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BD13 UPJ

2013 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

85,617 mi
Last recorded85,617 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 52083,406 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD13 UPJ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 85,617 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2024 79,959 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 17 Nov 2023 72,281 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2023 72,281 miles

Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Dec 2022 66,933 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 30 Nov 2022 66,843 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

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))

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

Pass 16 Nov 2021 63,258 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Both rear seats ()

Rear Run flat tyres fitted to rear axle only

Pass 16 Nov 2020 60,285 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 53,139 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 42,163 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 27,555 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 22,720 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2016 22,720 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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BD13 UPJ is a 2013 BMW 520 in Black 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 BD13 UPJ, 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 BD13 UPJ registered?

BD13 UPJ is a 2013 BMW 520, first registered on 15 July 2013.

Is BD13 UPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD13 UPJ 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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