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AY63 VBP

2013 BMW 520

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

156,920 mi
Last recorded156,920 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 52083,406 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY63 VBP
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 156,920 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Sep 2025 156,918 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 23 Sep 2024 147,595 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2024 147,595 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Sep 2023 138,905 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output condensation in lamp (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 23 Sep 2022 128,177 miles

Windscreen seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2021 113,083 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush lower bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Thrust arm bush peeling (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Sep 2021 113,083 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush lower bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Thrust arm bush peeling (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2020 104,515 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Sep 2019 95,916 miles

All tyre feathered.

Both front tyres worn on outer edges

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

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

Pass 24 Sep 2018 80,394 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 66,714 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 52,581 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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AY63 VBP is a 2013 BMW 520 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 AY63 VBP, 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 AY63 VBP registered?

AY63 VBP is a 2013 BMW 520, first registered on 27 September 2013.

Is AY63 VBP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY63 VBP shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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