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AP13 XVB

2013 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

127,985 mi
Last recorded127,985 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 52083,406 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP13 XVB
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 127,985 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 30 Oct 2025 127,972 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 28 Oct 2024 124,322 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2023 120,890 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2022 115,452 miles

Engine cover under tray fitted

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

Pass 1 Nov 2021 110,195 miles

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

Fail 1 Nov 2021 110,195 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Sep 2020 102,520 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2020 102,520 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Apr 2019 93,805 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 75,425 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 67,688 miles

brake fluid change due

Fail 22 Sep 2016 67,688 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

brake fluid change due

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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AP13 XVB 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 AP13 XVB, 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 AP13 XVB registered?

AP13 XVB is a 2013 BMW 520, first registered on 31 July 2013.

Is AP13 XVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP13 XVB 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.

Does AP13 XVB have outstanding finance?

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