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PK63 ZYH

2013 BMW 518

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Dec 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

137,695 mi
Last recorded137,695 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 51893,341 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK63 ZYH
MakeBMW
Model518
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 137,695 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2024 124,612 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2023 120,724 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 30 Nov 2022 115,924 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2021 112,432 miles

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

Fail 16 Dec 2021 112,383 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 15 Dec 2020 108,434 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2019 104,844 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2018 99,107 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 92,483 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2016 85,079 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 518?

Based on 62,660 MOT tests across 8,904 vehicles.

74.0%
Pass Rate
6,367
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
8,904
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 3,373
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,837
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,465
position lamp(s) not working 1,178
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 1,104
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PK63 ZYH is a 2013 BMW 518 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2013 BMW 518 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 93,341 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 518 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 3,373 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PK63 ZYH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 518 typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 13 years old, this BMW 518 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PK63 ZYH?

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What year was PK63 ZYH registered?

PK63 ZYH is a 2013 BMW 518, first registered on 6 November 2013.

Is PK63 ZYH safe to buy?

The MOT history for PK63 ZYH shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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