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RV63 LAO

2013 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

196,955 mi
Last recorded196,955 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW 53079,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV63 LAO
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 196,955 miles

Central Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

lights working daytime running fault on dash

Pass 15 Jan 2025 189,095 miles

Offside Rear fog light cracked, o/s/f &n/s/f shock gaiters split. diff bush split. small stone chips in windscreen

day time running light fault indicator on dash but working on vehicle .

Pass 31 Jan 2024 184,321 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2023 174,543 miles

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

Fail 13 Jan 2023 174,538 miles

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

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

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

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output BOTH HEADLAMPS MISTED/ WATER IN HEADLAMPS (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 13 Jan 2022 159,919 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2021 148,269 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2019 139,281 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2018 114,004 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2017 81,799 miles

Nearside Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 21 Dec 2017 81,783 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure NOTE, two large bulges at outer tyre wall. (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Rear suspension bellows showing cords.

Pass 6 Jan 2017 51,754 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 51,712 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2016 51,712 miles

Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both n/s tyres (4.1.D.1b)

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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RV63 LAO is a 2013 BMW 530 in Grey 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 RV63 LAO, 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 RV63 LAO?

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What year was RV63 LAO registered?

RV63 LAO is a 2013 BMW 530, first registered on 30 September 2013.

Is RV63 LAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV63 LAO 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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