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BD63 CZU

2013 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

139,378 mi
Last recorded139,378 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 52083,406 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD63 CZU
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 139,378 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2025 139,339 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit plate limit 0.62 had a 2.63 average (8.2.2.2 (a))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Pass 6 Sep 2024 130,004 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both 3,4mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking Between Treads , Slight Worn on Inner Edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 11 Sep 2023 120,329 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 7 Sep 2023 120,320 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Centre ( 3,4mm ) (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Sep 2022 114,129 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 107,853 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 98,869 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2019 87,724 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2018 62,750 miles

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

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

Nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

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

Offside front tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 14 Nov 2017 39,507 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2016 31,449 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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BD63 CZU is a 2013 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 BD63 CZU, 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

How do I check the history of BD63 CZU?

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What year was BD63 CZU registered?

BD63 CZU is a 2013 BMW 520, first registered on 22 November 2013.

Is BD63 CZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD63 CZU shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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