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RF63 LXR

2013 BMW 535

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Dec 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

134,175 mi
Last recorded134,175 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 53570,098 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF63 LXR
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2025 134,175 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2024 128,914 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Dec 2023 120,301 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2022 111,888 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2022 111,379 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 245/45-18.run flat. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front day running light not working.

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective cracked and condensated (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2021 94,626 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2020 80,394 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2019 67,556 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2019 67,504 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 245/45-18 rf (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Nov 2018 49,832 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 9 Dec 2017 38,869 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2016 29,987 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 535?

Based on 216,162 MOT tests across 18,035 vehicles.

78.7%
Pass Rate
7,094
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
18,035
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,346
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,237
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2,669
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,608
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 2,438
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RF63 LXR is a 2013 BMW 535 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2013 BMW 535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 70,098 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 535 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,346 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RF63 LXR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 535 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 13 years old, this BMW 535 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RF63 LXR registered?

RF63 LXR is a 2013 BMW 535, first registered on 14 December 2013.

Is RF63 LXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF63 LXR shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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