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RA13 AAU

2013 BMW 523

White Diesel 1990cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Dec 2026
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

78,810 mi
Last recorded78,810 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 52354,804 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA13 AAU
MakeBMW
Model523
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 8 Dec 2025 78,810 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 523?

Based on 254,660 MOT tests across 20,979 vehicles.

69.9%
Pass Rate
5,849
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
20,979
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 17,201
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 15,085
parking brake recording little or no effort 9,427
Brake pipe excessively corroded 9,143
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,285
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RA13 AAU is a 2013 BMW 523 in White with a 1,990cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2013 BMW 523 models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.1% with a typical mileage of 54,804 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 523 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 17,201 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RA13 AAU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 523 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 13 years old, this BMW 523 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RA13 AAU?

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What year was RA13 AAU registered?

RA13 AAU is a 2013 BMW 523, first registered on 25 April 2013.

Is RA13 AAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA13 AAU shows 1 test 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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