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PE14 TFA

2014 BMW 518

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Feb 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

92,101 mi
Last recorded92,101 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2014 BMW 51892,218 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE14 TFA
MakeBMW
Model518
Year2014
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 92,101 miles

Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both front lower (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 6 Feb 2026 92,101 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both front lower (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 23 Jan 2025 84,533 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2024 77,794 miles

Nearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2023 74,436 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Aug 2022 66,520 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 59,757 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2020 48,087 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 9 Mar 2019 26,792 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2017 24,730 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 17,913 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 518?

Based on 62,660 MOT tests across 8,904 vehicles.

74.0%
Pass Rate
6,367
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
8,904
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 3,373
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,837
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,465
position lamp(s) not working 1,178
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 1,104
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PE14 TFA is a 2014 BMW 518 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2014 BMW 518 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 92,218 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 518 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 3,373 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PE14 TFA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 518 typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 12 years old, this BMW 518 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PE14 TFA registered?

PE14 TFA is a 2014 BMW 518, first registered on 23 April 2014.

Is PE14 TFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for PE14 TFA shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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