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BK13 UXX

2013 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

118,013 mi
Last recorded118,013 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 52083,406 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK13 UXX
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2025 118,013 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Jun 2024 107,052 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2023 103,428 miles

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

Fail 1 Aug 2023 103,427 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2022 97,677 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 91,296 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2020 83,477 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 71,209 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 59,760 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 50,873 miles

emissions not detected.

rear tyres on 3mm.

Pass 2 Jul 2016 41,257 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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BK13 UXX is a 2013 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 BK13 UXX, 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 BK13 UXX?

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What year was BK13 UXX registered?

BK13 UXX is a 2013 BMW 520, first registered on 28 March 2013.

Is BK13 UXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK13 UXX shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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