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B18 CLH

2013 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

203,394 mi
Last recorded203,394 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 52083,406 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB18 CLH
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 203,394 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2024 196,912 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2024 196,912 miles

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

Nearside Front moisture in headlamp

Pass 25 Aug 2023 190,408 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2023 190,408 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Advise tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 8 Sep 2022 183,847 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 175,263 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 167,656 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 155,264 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 142,425 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 128,055 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 106,621 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2016 106,621 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

rear brake discs worn & corroded

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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B18 CLH is a 2013 BMW 520 in Grey 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 B18 CLH, 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 B18 CLH registered?

B18 CLH is a 2013 BMW 520, first registered on 30 July 2013.

Is B18 CLH safe to buy?

The MOT history for B18 CLH 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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