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ECC 69

2013 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

136,313 mi
Last recorded136,313 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 53079,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationECC 69
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 136,313 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge un even wear (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 24 Sep 2024 126,637 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2023 111,592 miles

Offside Front Fog lamp loose

Fail 19 Sep 2023 111,590 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 245/40 R19 94 Y RF (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm, 245/40 R19 94 Y RF (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Fog lamp loose

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm, 245/40 R19 94 Y RF (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Sep 2022 97,904 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Condensation (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 20 Sep 2021 87,797 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2021 87,797 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Sep 2020 79,555 miles

Both rear suspension bump stops are in poor condition

Engine covers and under-trays are fitted which may obscure some components

Pass 13 Sep 2019 71,799 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 13 Sep 2019 71,772 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Sep 2018 59,969 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 48,860 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Sep 2016 36,046 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

How Reliable is the BMW 530?

Based on 801,983 MOT tests across 56,322 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
7,757
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
56,322
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 30,757
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 17,664
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 11,558
Brake pipe excessively corroded 10,764
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,374
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ECC 69 is a 2013 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2013 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 79,457 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 530 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 30,757 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ECC 69, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 530 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 13 years old, this BMW 530 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was ECC 69 registered?

ECC 69 is a 2013 BMW 530, first registered on 26 September 2013.

Is ECC 69 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ECC 69 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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