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L121 SSH

2013 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

124,018 mi
Last recorded124,018 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 53079,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL121 SSH
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2025 124,018 miles

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both sides (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Feb 2024 112,209 miles

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

Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both sides (5.3.2 (d))

Fail 19 Feb 2024 112,194 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front arms both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both sides (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 20 Feb 2023 101,344 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Jan 2022 86,405 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2021 86,390 miles

Front Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Oct 2020 81,174 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2019 72,941 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 62,601 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2017 50,395 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jul 2016 37,426 miles

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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L121 SSH is a 2013 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 L121 SSH, 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 L121 SSH registered?

L121 SSH is a 2013 BMW 530, first registered on 2 July 2013.

Is L121 SSH safe to buy?

The MOT history for L121 SSH shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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