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DN63 EKA

2013 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Dec 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

144,752 mi
Last recorded144,752 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 52083,406 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN63 EKA
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 144,752 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2024 120,609 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Dec 2024 119,395 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2023 91,494 miles

chip in the windscreen

Fail 11 Dec 2023 91,022 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

chip in the windscreen

Pass 14 Dec 2022 77,321 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2021 64,662 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Fail 21 Dec 2021 64,608 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 23 Dec 2020 53,620 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2019 46,473 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2018 41,285 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2017 34,240 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 25,696 miles

No recordable smoke emissions noted

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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DN63 EKA is a 2013 BMW 520 in Black 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 DN63 EKA, 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 DN63 EKA registered?

DN63 EKA is a 2013 BMW 520, first registered on 26 November 2013.

Is DN63 EKA safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN63 EKA 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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