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BE55 ZZE

2013 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

153,006 mi
Last recorded153,006 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 52083,406 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBE55 ZZE
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 16 Sep 2025 153,006 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2024 149,297 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2024 146,091 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2023 140,125 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 134,920 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2022 128,777 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2022 124,639 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 112,031 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2020 108,714 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 94,038 miles

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

plastic under body pans fitted restricting full view of some items

Pass 26 Mar 2018 76,797 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 57,116 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2016 56,476 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

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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BE55 ZZE 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 100%.

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 BE55 ZZE, 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 BE55 ZZE?

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What year was BE55 ZZE registered?

BE55 ZZE is a 2013 BMW 520, first registered on 12 December 2013.

Is BE55 ZZE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BE55 ZZE shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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