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YJ63 BKF

2013 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

168,358 mi
Last recorded168,358 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW 53079,457 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ63 BKF
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 168,358 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2025 251,462 miles

Rear rear diff bush is cracked

Fail 21 Jul 2025 251,462 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear rear diff bush is cracked

Pass 10 Jul 2024 238,452 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear differential rear bush worn

Pass 18 Jul 2023 224,549 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 214,668 miles

rear differential bushes split.

Pass 14 Jul 2021 203,486 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 115,190 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 106,533 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 93,057 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 49,851 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 28,527 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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YJ63 BKF is a 2013 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 YJ63 BKF, 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.

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What year was YJ63 BKF registered?

YJ63 BKF is a 2013 BMW 530, first registered on 1 September 2013.

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The MOT history for YJ63 BKF shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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