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GX63 YFS

2013 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

81,675 mi
Last recorded81,675 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 52083,406 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX63 YFS
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc
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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 13 Sep 2025 81,675 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2024 71,428 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2023 58,722 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2022 51,809 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 51,337 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 48,700 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin on both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2019 44,282 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 39,838 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Aug 2017 35,506 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 22 Jul 2016 19,964 miles

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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GX63 YFS is a 2013 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GX63 YFS, 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 GX63 YFS registered?

GX63 YFS is a 2013 BMW 520, first registered on 9 September 2013.

Is GX63 YFS safe to buy?

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