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YG14 SBD

2014 BMW 523

White Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,702 mi
Last recorded54,702 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG14 SBD
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2014
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 31 Mar 2026 54,702 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2025 49,163 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 523?

Based on 254,660 MOT tests across 20,979 vehicles.

69.9%
Pass Rate
5,849
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
20,979
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 17,201
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 15,085
parking brake recording little or no effort 9,427
Brake pipe excessively corroded 9,143
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,285
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YG14 SBD is a 2014 BMW 523 in White with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a BMW 523 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 17,201 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YG14 SBD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 523 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 12 years old, this BMW 523 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YG14 SBD registered?

YG14 SBD is a 2014 BMW 523, first registered on 26 June 2014.

Is YG14 SBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG14 SBD shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YG14 SBD have outstanding finance?

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