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V25 LAK

2014 BMW 4 Series

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2025
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

85,386 mi
Last recorded85,386 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2024
Typical for 2014 BMW 4 Series55,420 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV25 LAK
MakeBMW
Model4 Series
Year2014
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc
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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2024 85,386 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 20 Nov 2024 85,386 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 9 Nov 2024 85,296 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/40R19 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/40R19 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Oct 2023 77,038 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2022 71,790 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2022 71,790 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Oct 2021 64,259 miles

Engine covers and under trays present impeding inspection,

Pass 1 Oct 2020 58,249 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2020 58,249 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Oct 2019 53,073 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2019 44,660 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 41,309 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 27,612 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 4 Jul 2016 13,594 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 4 Series?

Based on 14,824 MOT tests across 1,580 vehicles.

86.2%
Pass Rate
6,924
Miles/Year
13
Year Lifespan
1,580
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre has ply or cords exposed 49
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 43
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V25 LAK is a 2014 BMW 4 Series in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2014 BMW 4 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 55,420 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW 4 Series fails its MOT is tyre has ply or cords exposed, accounting for 49 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V25 LAK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 4 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 13 years. At 12 years old, this BMW 4 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was V25 LAK registered?

V25 LAK is a 2014 BMW 4 Series, first registered on 17 April 2014.

Is V25 LAK safe to buy?

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