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FE63 PHZ

2013 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

229,927 mi
Last recorded229,927 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW 52083,406 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE63 PHZ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026 229,927 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2025 198,655 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2024 173,875 miles

Offside Front Coil spring worn Weak imminent risk of fracture have advised presenter (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Feb 2023 159,075 miles

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Under trays/covers limit inspection

Windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2022 136,801 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Feb 2021 120,197 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2020 182,871 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jan 2019 102,971 miles

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

Under-trays fitted

Pass 5 Jan 2018 89,972 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 20 Sep 2016 79,264 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 13 Sep 2016 127,346 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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FE63 PHZ is a 2013 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 FE63 PHZ, 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.

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What year was FE63 PHZ registered?

FE63 PHZ is a 2013 BMW 520, first registered on 19 September 2013.

Is FE63 PHZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE63 PHZ shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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