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CN63 MPU

2013 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Feb 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

106,587 mi
Last recorded106,587 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW 52083,406 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCN63 MPU
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 106,587 miles

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

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

Rear tyres wearing low 225/55/17 RF

Fail 6 Feb 2026 106,587 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 225/55/17 RF (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre wearing low 225/55/17 RF

Rear tyres wearing low 225/55/17 RF

Pass 20 Jan 2025 99,046 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2024 89,057 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2023 77,785 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2022 65,695 miles

Rear shocker shrouds and bump stops damaged

Service light on

Fail 14 Feb 2022 65,695 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/55/17 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front brake pad wear sensor wire damaged

Rear shocker shrouds and bump stops damaged

Service light on

Pass 17 Feb 2021 57,209 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2021 57,209 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2020 51,191 miles

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

front tyres worn on edges 225/55/17 RF

Pass 18 Feb 2019 40,651 miles

front inner brake pads wearing thin

n/s rear suspension airbag damaged

Pass 13 Feb 2018 28,238 miles

front tyres wearing on outside edges

Pass 17 Feb 2017 20,177 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 18,302 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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CN63 MPU is a 2013 BMW 520 in Grey 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 CN63 MPU, 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

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What year was CN63 MPU registered?

CN63 MPU is a 2013 BMW 520, first registered on 2 September 2013.

Is CN63 MPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for CN63 MPU 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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