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AL11 TEJ

2014 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

146,874 mi
Last recorded146,874 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 2014 BMW 52581,093 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAL11 TEJ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2014
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 146,874 miles

Front undertray fitted

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Oct 2024 145,885 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2023 141,077 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Sep 2022 135,771 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2021 129,831 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2020 125,230 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2019 120,775 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 92,372 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 64,689 miles

Nearside Front Inner tyre wearing unevenly on inner edge

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Inner tyre wearing on inner edge

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 6 Sep 2017 64,689 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Inner tyre wearing unevenly on inner edge

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Inner tyre wearing on inner edge

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the BMW 525?

Based on 724,963 MOT tests across 56,965 vehicles.

74.4%
Pass Rate
7,259
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
56,965
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33,171
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 17,448
Brake pipe excessively corroded 16,227
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 10,065
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 9,710
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AL11 TEJ is a 2014 BMW 525 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2014 BMW 525 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 81,093 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 525 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 33,171 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AL11 TEJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 525 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 12 years old, this BMW 525 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AL11 TEJ registered?

AL11 TEJ is a 2014 BMW 525, first registered on 5 September 2014.

Is AL11 TEJ safe to buy?

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