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AE63 XCX

2013 BMW 520

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jan 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

162,513 mi
Last recorded162,513 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW 52083,406 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE63 XCX
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 162,513 miles

Offside front lamp lens has slight build up of condensation

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

Pass 20 Dec 2024 154,896 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Dec 2023 141,430 miles

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

rear brake pads wearing low

water in drivers side front headlight

Pass 19 Nov 2022 116,347 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2021 103,713 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2021 103,713 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Sep 2021 103,686 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2020 98,504 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2020 98,503 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2019 89,975 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 76,232 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2018 76,232 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

both rear tyres on 3mm centre tread

Pass 2 Oct 2017 63,864 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 49,387 miles

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 XCX is a 2013 BMW 520 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 XCX, 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 XCX?

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What year was AE63 XCX registered?

AE63 XCX is a 2013 BMW 520, first registered on 25 September 2013.

Is AE63 XCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE63 XCX shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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