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AK63 LZF

2013 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

121,773 mi
Last recorded121,773 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 52083,406 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK63 LZF
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 121,773 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Nov 2024 109,876 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 28 Nov 2023 99,685 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2022 92,001 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2021 84,807 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2020 74,592 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2019 59,576 miles

Front Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2018 46,441 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2017 45,045 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2017 45,045 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 2 Dec 2016 36,617 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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AK63 LZF is a 2013 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 AK63 LZF, 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 AK63 LZF registered?

AK63 LZF is a 2013 BMW 520, first registered on 23 December 2013.

Is AK63 LZF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK63 LZF shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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