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SB63 ZNG

2013 BMW 518

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jan 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

115,774 mi
Last recorded115,774 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 51893,341 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB63 ZNG
MakeBMW
Model518
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2025 115,774 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively x2 (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Dec 2024 111,566 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2024 107,373 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2023 101,771 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2021 97,590 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Fail 1 Dec 2021 97,590 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm - 0.4mm of usable tread left (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm - 0.4mm of usable tread left (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Nov 2020 84,594 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2019 73,027 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin offside and nearside inner brake pads. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin offside and nearside. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 16 Nov 2019 73,027 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin offside and nearside inner brake pads. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin offside and nearside. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 17 Nov 2018 60,754 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2017 44,497 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 44,482 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2016 37,914 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

O/S/R tyre 3-4mm of tread

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front (3.5.1i)

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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SB63 ZNG is a 2013 BMW 518 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SB63 ZNG, 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 SB63 ZNG registered?

SB63 ZNG is a 2013 BMW 518, first registered on 24 December 2013.

Is SB63 ZNG safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB63 ZNG shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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