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AU63 URM

2013 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

118,984 mi
Last recorded118,984 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW 52083,406 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU63 URM
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 118,984 miles

Offside Front indicator did not work when initially switched on

Pass 17 Mar 2025 108,316 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 17 Mar 2025 108,316 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Mar 2024 95,517 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2023 84,037 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2022 79,872 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2021 63,346 miles

Covers fitted preventing an inspection of various components

Pass 31 Oct 2020 52,480 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2019 47,384 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 38,922 miles

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

Fail 4 Oct 2018 38,907 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2017 32,944 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2017 32,944 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 12 Sep 2016 28,995 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2016 28,995 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (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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AU63 URM is a 2013 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 AU63 URM, 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 AU63 URM registered?

AU63 URM is a 2013 BMW 520, first registered on 25 September 2013.

Is AU63 URM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU63 URM shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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