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FM13 FYP

2013 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2023
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

168,907 mi
Last recorded168,907 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2022
Typical for 2013 BMW 53079,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM13 FYP
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2022 168,907 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Outer Cover Missing (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Dec 2022 168,903 miles

Nearside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Outer Cover Missing (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Wear Lead Detached From Brake Pads

Pass 2 Nov 2021 142,055 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2021 141,641 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2020 113,822 miles

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

Fail 25 Sep 2020 113,817 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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))

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

Pass 23 Oct 2019 98,750 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2019 98,156 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Oct 2018 89,717 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 73,303 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 53,844 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 53,833 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 53,810 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 44,541 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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FM13 FYP is a 2013 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 FM13 FYP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FM13 FYP?

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What year was FM13 FYP registered?

FM13 FYP is a 2013 BMW 530, first registered on 27 August 2013.

Is FM13 FYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM13 FYP shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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