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LG63 TKV

2013 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Oct 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

130,789 mi
Last recorded130,789 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 53079,457 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG63 TKV
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 130,789 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2024 118,885 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2023 109,926 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2022 99,388 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 85,821 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2021 85,821 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2020 83,459 miles

Diesel test passed trigger point not met.

Prop shaft doughnut split and perished.

Fail 14 Oct 2020 83,458 miles

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

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

Diesel test passed trigger point not met.

N/s/r tyre tread very close to legal limit and worn uneven on inner edge recommend replacement.

Prop shaft doughnut split and perished.

Pass 8 Oct 2019 73,704 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2018 55,138 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2018 55,138 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Oct 2017 38,734 miles

Both front tyres very close to legal limit recommend replacement a.s.a.p.

Pass 11 Oct 2016 22,538 miles

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

Offside Rear 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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LG63 TKV is a 2013 BMW 530 in Black 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 LG63 TKV, 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 LG63 TKV registered?

LG63 TKV is a 2013 BMW 530, first registered on 15 October 2013.

Is LG63 TKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG63 TKV 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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