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MK63 KXV

2013 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

135,638 mi
Last recorded135,638 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW 52585,608 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK63 KXV
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 135,638 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jan 2025 131,543 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2024 129,218 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2023 126,059 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2023 126,059 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions Directional fitted wrong way (5.2.3 (i))

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Nearside and offside rear tyres (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Sep 2022 125,167 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2021 123,177 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2020 121,963 miles

under tray fitted obscuring some item to be tested

Fail 6 Sep 2020 121,963 miles

under tray fitted obscuring some item to be tested

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

Pass 22 May 2019 120,020 miles
Fail 22 May 2019 120,020 miles

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

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

Pass 21 May 2018 104,886 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 84,359 miles

engine undercover fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 23 Aug 2016 68,472 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 525?

Based on 724,963 MOT tests across 56,965 vehicles.

74.4%
Pass Rate
7,259
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
56,965
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33,171
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 17,448
Brake pipe excessively corroded 16,227
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 10,065
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 9,710
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MK63 KXV is a 2013 BMW 525 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2013 BMW 525 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 85,608 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 525 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 33,171 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MK63 KXV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 525 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 13 years old, this BMW 525 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was MK63 KXV registered?

MK63 KXV is a 2013 BMW 525, first registered on 9 September 2013.

Is MK63 KXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK63 KXV shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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