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RE63 SWO

2013 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

29,373 mi
Last recorded29,373 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW 53079,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE63 SWO
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 29,373 miles

Front Road wheel slightly distorted Both side wheels outer rim damage!! (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre inner and outer shoulder wearing smooth!! (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jul 2025 27,815 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2025 27,815 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp lens slightly defective Moisture in headlamp (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2024 26,515 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 10 Jul 2024 26,515 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 14 Sep 2023 25,537 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2022 24,304 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2021 23,773 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Oct 2021 23,768 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inner Edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inner Edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All 4 Tyres Worn On Edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Oct 2020 23,397 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2019 22,949 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Undertray and Engine covers fitted obscuring some components.

Pass 31 Oct 2018 21,892 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 20,896 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 19,900 miles

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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RE63 SWO is a 2013 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 RE63 SWO, 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 RE63 SWO?

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What year was RE63 SWO registered?

RE63 SWO is a 2013 BMW 530, first registered on 25 November 2013.

Is RE63 SWO safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE63 SWO 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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