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AE63 OTJ

2013 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

326,488 mi
Last recorded326,488 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW 52083,406 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE63 OTJ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 326,488 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Mar 2026 326,488 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 3 Apr 2025 304,658 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 May 2024 167,279 miles

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

Fail 7 May 2024 167,279 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low Both (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 8 Nov 2023 153,086 miles

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 9 May 2023 139,460 miles
Fail 9 May 2023 139,460 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2022 128,736 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Fail 8 Nov 2022 128,736 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 10 May 2022 116,183 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2021 105,625 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 May 2021 94,125 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 91,270 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer wear (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 18 Nov 2020 91,270 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer wear (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 18 Nov 2019 75,460 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Nov 2019 75,460 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 20 May 2019 62,019 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2018 50,807 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 50,687 miles

Engine Cover And Under Tray Fitted

Pass 16 Sep 2017 50,262 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 47,048 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2016 47,048 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Nearside Front Additional braking device has inadequate clearance between other components pad wire (3.6.I.2)

Nearside Front Additional braking device wiring badly positioned pad wire (3.6.I.5)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

How Reliable is the BMW 520?

Based on 1,661,806 MOT tests across 152,584 vehicles.

78.5%
Pass Rate
7,968
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
152,584
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 47,121
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 22,647
Brake pipe excessively corroded 16,724
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 15,884
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 14,720
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AE63 OTJ is a 2013 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

Across all 2013 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 83,406 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 520 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 47,121 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE63 OTJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 520 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 13 years old, this BMW 520 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE63 OTJ registered?

AE63 OTJ is a 2013 BMW 520, first registered on 10 September 2013.

Is AE63 OTJ safe to buy?

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