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LJ13 HBY

2013 BMW 530

Black Diesel 3000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

177,449 mi
Last recorded177,449 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW 53079,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ13 HBY
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 25 Mar 2026 177,449 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2025 168,413 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2025 157,536 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2024 144,241 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2024 138,817 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2023 132,622 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2023 124,357 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2022 108,725 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2021 90,380 miles

Covers and under trays fitted, obscuring full view of engine and underside of vehicle

Pass 8 Jan 2019 68,909 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2018 54,118 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2017 36,311 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 20,875 miles

O/S/F tyre worn on outer edge

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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LJ13 HBY is a 2013 BMW 530 in Black with a 3,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LJ13 HBY, 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 LJ13 HBY?

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What year was LJ13 HBY registered?

LJ13 HBY is a 2013 BMW 530, first registered on 1 March 2013.

Is LJ13 HBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ13 HBY shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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