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DV63 VVX

2013 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

154,646 mi
Last recorded154,646 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW 52083,406 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV63 VVX
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 154,646 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Connecting to shock absorber (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 May 2025 142,749 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 May 2024 131,875 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 120,548 miles

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

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 6 Jun 2023 120,548 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

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

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 6 Jun 2022 111,563 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 4 Jun 2021 102,245 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2020 93,205 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 84,012 miles

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 27 Mar 2018 68,810 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2016 53,155 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2016 52,778 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick discs also corroded. (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Outer Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin discs also corroded (3.5.1g)

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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DV63 VVX is a 2013 BMW 520 in Black 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 DV63 VVX, 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 DV63 VVX registered?

DV63 VVX is a 2013 BMW 520, first registered on 11 November 2013.

Is DV63 VVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV63 VVX 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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