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B14 SMJ

2013 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Dec 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

122,549 mi
Last recorded122,549 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 52083,406 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB14 SMJ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 122,549 miles

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

Fail 4 Dec 2025 122,549 miles

Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 9 Dec 2024 115,187 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Dec 2023 103,952 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2022 91,471 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2021 81,029 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2020 67,762 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2019 56,253 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 55,704 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 50,539 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2017 50,050 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2016 37,955 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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B14 SMJ is a 2013 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 B14 SMJ, 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 B14 SMJ registered?

B14 SMJ is a 2013 BMW 520, first registered on 12 December 2013.

Is B14 SMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for B14 SMJ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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