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AP55 KAP

2013 BMW 520

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jan 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

110,099 mi
Last recorded110,099 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 52083,406 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP55 KAP
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2025 110,099 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Dec 2025 109,955 miles

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Jan 2025 101,624 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2024 90,962 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2022 80,059 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2021 70,278 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2021 61,073 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2019 56,452 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2019 52,963 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2017 49,035 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2016 35,903 miles

osr tyre wearing close to legal limit

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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AP55 KAP is a 2013 BMW 520 in White 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 AP55 KAP, 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 AP55 KAP?

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What year was AP55 KAP registered?

AP55 KAP is a 2013 BMW 520, first registered on 30 December 2013.

Is AP55 KAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP55 KAP 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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