2014 BMW 520 2.0L Diesel · Y44 AAR
2014 BMW 520 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01 Sept 2014. Recorded mileage 216,663 km. MOT valid until 28 May 2027. Taxed until 01 Apr 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- BMW 520
- Year / Origin
- 2014 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 28 May 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Apr 2027)
- Recorded Odometer
- 216,663 km
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
Y44 AAR Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 30/04/2026
- 216,663 km recorded at latest MOT
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
Verify lender finance agreements, insurance write-offs, police stolen registers, and mileage rollback.
Digital Service History
Access verified franchised dealer maintenance records for Y44AAR.
Unlock Manufacturer Digital Service Records
Check franchised dealer maintenance history for Y44AAR. Our direct integration verifies routine service events, workshop operations, recorded mileage, and technician logs.
Technical Specifications
Core Specifications
Identification & Status
Dimensions & Weights
Diagnostic & Valuation Intelligence
Estimate current market value
Generate an instant valuation benchmark based on live market listings, vehicle mileage, and recent dealer auction figures.
Y44 AAR Odometer History
- 14/07/2022106,389 mi
- 30/05/2023114,793 mi+8,404 mi
- 23/05/2024123,204 mi+8,411 mi
- 24/05/2025124,570 mi+1,366 mi
- 30/04/2026216,663 km
Average of roughly 29,059 km per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Y44 AAR MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2014 BMW 520 (Y44 AAR) between July 2022 and April 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 4 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (3 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Similar Vehicles
Similar Vehicles Checked Recently
Plate Neighbors
Batch Registration Neighbors (Y44A Series)
Vehicles registered in the same regional DVLA batch as Y44AAR.
BMW
435
LEXUS
NX
SMART (MCC)
PASSION
YAMAHA
MT09 TRACER
MERCEDES-BENZ
C
BMW
5 SERIES
BMW
X1
BMW
X1
TOYOTA
AUDI
Q5
HYUNDAI
KONA PREMIUM
BMW
128TI AUTO
BMW 520 Model Intelligence & Reliability
Verified MOT failure trends, buying advice, and technical directory specifications.
Owner-reported defects, recurring MOT failure points, and estimated repair costs.
Browse production generations, registration statistics, and trim variants.
Historical MOT pass rates and DVLA records for 2014 model year cars.
Regional DVLA Registration Directory
Vehicles and registration batches issued by regional DVLA offices across the UK.
Recently Checked UK Vehicles
Live vehicle history checks and MOT records recently queried by UK car buyers.