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BC09 MAP

2013 BMW 520

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Aug 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

156,798 mi
Last recorded156,798 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW 52083,406 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBC09 MAP
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2026 156,798 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2025 150,829 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2024 142,462 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2023 132,810 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2022 123,388 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2021 115,646 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2020 103,580 miles

Offside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view has chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2019 87,585 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 73,014 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2018 73,014 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

offside rear tyre bald inner edge

Pass 10 Aug 2017 52,802 miles

both rear tyres starting to wear on inner edges.

Pass 21 May 2016 33,727 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 19,959 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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BC09 MAP 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 92.3%.

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 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 BC09 MAP, 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 BC09 MAP registered?

BC09 MAP is a 2013 BMW 520, first registered on 15 March 2013.

Is BC09 MAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BC09 MAP shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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