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RO63 LHJ

2013 BMW 518

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2025
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

296,593 mi
Last recorded296,593 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2024
Typical for 2013 BMW 51893,341 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO63 LHJ
MakeBMW
Model518
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2024 296,593 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2024 296,593 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2023 285,972 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn on inner & outer edges

Offside Front Condensation inside headlamp lens but not effecting the projected image

Fail 27 Sep 2023 285,972 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn on inner & outer edges

Offside Front Condensation inside headlamp lens but not effecting the projected image

Pass 3 Nov 2022 279,485 miles

Front brake discs have become worn/lipped but not seriously weakened

Nearside Rear Tyre has worn down to the legal limit along the inner edge

Offside Front Headlamp has condensation or water ingress to the inside of the lens but projected image still visible

Offside Rear Tyre has worn down to the legal limit along the inner edge

Pass 20 Oct 2021 269,712 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 260,180 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2020 260,150 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid All washerjets. (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Inner and outer edges, cords exposed. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall perishing. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Oct 2019 249,349 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2019 249,349 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Oct 2018 210,785 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 174,269 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 130,174 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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RO63 LHJ is a 2013 BMW 518 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RO63 LHJ, 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

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What year was RO63 LHJ registered?

RO63 LHJ is a 2013 BMW 518, first registered on 28 October 2013.

Is RO63 LHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO63 LHJ shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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