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BT63 VRN

2013 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2025
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

110,895 mi
Last recorded110,895 miles
Recorded on26 Dec 2024
Typical for 2013 BMW 52083,406 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT63 VRN
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Dec 2024 110,895 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2023 95,245 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Fail 12 Dec 2023 95,245 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 7 Dec 2022 81,124 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides / worn close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

Undercarriage trays, splash guards, heat shields, engine covers, component covers, obscuring some prescribed areas and or items.

Pass 9 Dec 2021 75,519 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front discs corroded inside face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 30 Nov 2021 75,486 miles

Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Both rear brake discs corroded inside face (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front discs corroded inside face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Dec 2020 74,232 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Dec 2019 69,503 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Dec 2018 56,455 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both outer faces slightly pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 27 Nov 2018 56,194 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Dec 2017 45,913 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2017 45,788 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2016 31,572 miles

Nearside Rear Puncture in tyre

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 VRN is a 2013 BMW 520 in Grey 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 BT63 VRN, 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 VRN registered?

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

Is BT63 VRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT63 VRN 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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