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WV63 FEP

2013 BMW 518

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

49,676 mi
Last recorded49,676 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 51893,341 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV63 FEP
MakeBMW
Model518
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 49,676 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges wearing/worn (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated BORDERLINE (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Fail 6 Aug 2025 49,594 miles

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

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges wearing/worn (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated BORDERLINE (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2024 46,268 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2024 46,178 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

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

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2023 41,694 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 27 Jun 2022 37,091 miles

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Fail 17 Jun 2022 37,079 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Fail 17 Jun 2022 37,079 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Fail 31 May 2022 37,056 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both pitted/corroded/uneven wear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 26 May 2022 37,038 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 31 May 2021 31,403 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 31 May 2021 31,403 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Sep 2019 26,972 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 23,510 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Oct 2017 20,196 miles

Rear both brake discs corroded.

Pass 13 Sep 2016 15,321 miles

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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WV63 FEP is a 2013 BMW 518 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 WV63 FEP, 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 WV63 FEP registered?

WV63 FEP is a 2013 BMW 518, first registered on 27 September 2013.

Is WV63 FEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV63 FEP shows 16 tests with a 56.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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