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WJ63 XAP

2013 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

132,087 mi
Last recorded132,087 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 53079,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ63 XAP
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 132,087 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2024 123,507 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2024 123,507 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2023 110,880 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 100,615 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2021 91,214 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2021 91,214 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2020 83,184 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2019 75,043 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2018 62,222 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2017 48,557 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2016 34,428 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 33,101 miles

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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WJ63 XAP is a 2013 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 WJ63 XAP, 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 WJ63 XAP registered?

WJ63 XAP is a 2013 BMW 530, first registered on 5 September 2013.

Is WJ63 XAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJ63 XAP 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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