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VU63 DPY

2013 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

121,525 mi
Last recorded121,525 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW 53079,457 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU63 DPY
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 121,525 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2025 114,578 miles

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

tray fitted under the engine/car

Pass 26 Mar 2024 107,880 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 101,795 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 24 Mar 2023 101,795 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH (5.2.3 (e))

Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Nov 2021 93,053 miles

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

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

under body manufacture cover fitted obscuring some under side some components

Pass 15 Oct 2020 85,746 miles

under body cover fitted obscuring some under side components

Pass 21 Sep 2019 76,259 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Sep 2018 70,703 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 58,231 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 51,323 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre

Fail 24 Aug 2016 50,935 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Front Nail in tyre

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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VU63 DPY is a 2013 BMW 530 in Blue 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 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 VU63 DPY, 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

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What year was VU63 DPY registered?

VU63 DPY is a 2013 BMW 530, first registered on 6 September 2013.

Is VU63 DPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU63 DPY 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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