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DY63 ECT

2013 BMW 520

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2025
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

160,123 mi
Last recorded160,123 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2024
Typical for 2013 BMW 52083,406 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY63 ECT
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2024 160,123 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2023 142,876 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear alloy previous repair weld

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

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

Offside Rear alloy previous repair weld

Pass 9 Sep 2022 127,434 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 8 Sep 2022 127,434 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2021 114,869 miles

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

Fail 7 Sep 2021 114,869 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall/cracking on edges (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cuts in sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cuts in sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cracking with cuts in sidewall (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 7 Sep 2021 114,869 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall/cracking on edges (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cuts in sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cuts in sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cracking with cuts in sidewall (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Aug 2020 104,864 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2019 97,678 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2018 90,134 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2018 90,103 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel fractured Fractured/cracked on inner face (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Sep 2017 80,015 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 60,709 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2016 60,709 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

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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DY63 ECT is a 2013 BMW 520 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 DY63 ECT, 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 DY63 ECT registered?

DY63 ECT is a 2013 BMW 520, first registered on 30 September 2013.

Is DY63 ECT safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY63 ECT shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DY63 ECT have outstanding finance?

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