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DC11 SJC

2013 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

153,772 mi
Last recorded153,772 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 52083,406 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDC11 SJC
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 18 Dec 2025 153,772 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 13 Dec 2024 143,691 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2023 135,546 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2022 125,827 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2021 116,165 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 106,470 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2019 96,850 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2018 87,261 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 75,249 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Nov 2016 63,415 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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DC11 SJC is a 2013 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DC11 SJC, 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 DC11 SJC registered?

DC11 SJC is a 2013 BMW 520, first registered on 13 December 2013.

Is DC11 SJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DC11 SJC shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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