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BD63 EYJ

2013 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jan 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

222,321 mi
Last recorded222,321 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW 52083,406 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD63 EYJ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 222,321 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2025 210,704 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2023 195,882 miles

Nearside Front noise from suspension but unable to detect play

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

Fail 11 Dec 2023

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

Front under trays not fixed securely

Nearside Front noise from suspension but unable to detect play

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

Pass 3 Oct 2022 174,243 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2021 248,319 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2020 245,740 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2019 149,885 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 119,905 miles
Pass 7 May 2018 119,901 miles

engine try fitted

under tray fitted

Fail 7 May 2018 119,901 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

engine try fitted

under tray fitted

Pass 2 Feb 2017 105,295 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2017 105,295 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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 EYJ 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 BD63 EYJ, 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 BD63 EYJ registered?

BD63 EYJ is a 2013 BMW 520, first registered on 20 December 2013.

Is BD63 EYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD63 EYJ 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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