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BT63 EAK

2013 BMW 520

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

165,828 mi
Last recorded165,828 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 52083,406 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT63 EAK
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 165,828 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2024 162,149 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2023 147,111 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges worn 245/40/19 98y (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges worn 275/35/19 96y (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 30 Aug 2023 147,111 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges worn 245/40/19 98y (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges worn 275/35/19 96y (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Aug 2022 137,140 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021 120,830 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 111,502 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 101,246 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2018 96,150 miles

engine cover, under-trays and sill covers

Pass 13 Dec 2017 80,484 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 29% (3.7.B.5b)

engine cover, under-trays and sill covers fitted

Fail 13 Dec 2017 80,484 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 29% (3.7.B.5b)

engine cover, under-trays and sill covers fitted

Pass 16 Dec 2016 53,519 miles

engine cover, under-trays and sill covers fitted

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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BT63 EAK is a 2013 BMW 520 in White 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 BT63 EAK, 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 BT63 EAK registered?

BT63 EAK is a 2013 BMW 520, first registered on 20 December 2013.

Is BT63 EAK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT63 EAK 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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