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AK63 SHX

2013 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Feb 2027
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

171,255 mi
Last recorded171,255 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW 52083,406 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK63 SHX
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 10 Feb 2026 171,255 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2025 161,353 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2024 150,676 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2023 136,914 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2022 131,532 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2021 123,196 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2019 111,934 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2018 93,900 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 18 Oct 2017 72,578 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

engine cover fitted

undercover fitted underbody

Pass 19 Oct 2016 49,758 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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 SHX is a 2013 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SHX, 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 SHX registered?

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

Is AK63 SHX safe to buy?

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