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AE63 PXL

2013 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2025
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

148,305 mi
Last recorded148,305 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2024
Typical for 2013 BMW 52083,406 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2024 148,305 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Jul 2023 141,222 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively all are corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Mar 2022 128,151 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 1 Mar 2022 128,070 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge badly worn on edge + on 1.6mm limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Feb 2021 116,415 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2021 116,415 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 24 Feb 2020 111,589 miles

body undershields fitted not allowing full access for inspection

Fail 21 Feb 2020 111,429 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

body undershields fitted not allowing full access for inspection

Pass 5 Feb 2019 106,586 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 94,175 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2017 81,413 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2017 81,413 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Pass 17 Sep 2016 78,553 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

engine covers and undertrays fitted

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 PXL is a 2013 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 PXL, 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

How do I check the history of AE63 PXL?

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What year was AE63 PXL registered?

AE63 PXL is a 2013 BMW 520, first registered on 17 September 2013.

Is AE63 PXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE63 PXL shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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