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X88 FAN

2013 BMW 528

White Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Oct 2026
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

84,880 mi
Last recorded84,880 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 52850,218 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX88 FAN
MakeBMW
Model528
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 84,880 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 9 Sep 2025 84,880 miles

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

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

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Oct 2024 76,988 miles

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

Fail 1 Oct 2024 76,985 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 26 Sep 2023 72,163 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted Inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 21 Sep 2023 72,038 miles

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

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted Inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2022 64,981 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2021 54,517 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Lipped & corrosion on outer edge (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 17 Sep 2021 54,516 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Lipped & corrosion on outer edge (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2020 46,766 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 25 Sep 2020 46,766 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 19 Sep 2019 40,697 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8mm in centre (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2018 33,197 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Sep 2018 33,176 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2017 25,481 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit close to bald outer raised edge (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively rear brake discs corrosion (3.7.B.3)

Pass 8 Sep 2016 17,313 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 528?

Based on 168,696 MOT tests across 14,467 vehicles.

70.0%
Pass Rate
5,637
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
14,467
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 11,782
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 9,791
parking brake recording little or no effort 6,746
Brake pipe excessively corroded 5,749
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,592
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X88 FAN is a 2013 BMW 528 in White with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2013 BMW 528 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 50,218 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 528 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 11,782 recorded failures. If you're considering buying X88 FAN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 528 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 13 years old, this BMW 528 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X88 FAN registered?

X88 FAN is a 2013 BMW 528, first registered on 26 September 2013.

Is X88 FAN safe to buy?

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