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BM02 AMD

2013 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

139,128 mi
Last recorded139,128 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 52083,406 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBM02 AMD
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2025 139,128 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2024 125,953 miles

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

Front Exhaust slightly insecure

Manufacturers undertrays/covers fitted restricting inspection

Nearside Parking brake lazy

Offside Front Daytime running lamp not working

Offside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

Fail 5 Jun 2024 125,953 miles

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

Front Exhaust slightly insecure

Manufacturers undertrays/covers fitted restricting inspection

Nearside Parking brake lazy

Offside Front Daytime running lamp not working

Offside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

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

Pass 6 Jun 2023 122,898 miles

Manufacturers undertrays fitted

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 6 Jun 2023 122,898 miles

Manufacturers undertrays fitted

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 24 May 2022 117,525 miles

Manufacturers undertrays fitted

Pass 23 Feb 2022 116,279 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 112,398 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2021 112,398 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2020 107,457 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 98,884 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 90,877 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 81,202 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Sep 2016 54,785 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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BM02 AMD is a 2013 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 BM02 AMD, 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.

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What year was BM02 AMD registered?

BM02 AMD is a 2013 BMW 520, first registered on 20 September 2013.

Is BM02 AMD safe to buy?

The MOT history for BM02 AMD shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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