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129 CTG

2013 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,787 mi
Last recorded29,787 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 52083,406 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration129 CTG
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 3 Dec 2025 29,787 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2024 28,629 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2023 26,461 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Dec 2022 23,703 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2021 21,698 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2020 19,707 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2019 17,789 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged SIDEWALL HAS A SMALL CUT (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Nov 2018 13,519 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2017 10,407 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2016 8,481 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 520?

Based on 1,661,806 MOT tests across 152,584 vehicles.

78.5%
Pass Rate
7,968
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
152,584
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 47,121
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 22,647
Brake pipe excessively corroded 16,724
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 15,884
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 14,720
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129 CTG is a 2013 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2013 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 83,406 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 520 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 47,121 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 129 CTG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 520 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 13 years old, this BMW 520 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 129 CTG?

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What year was 129 CTG registered?

129 CTG is a 2013 BMW 520, first registered on 29 November 2013.

Is 129 CTG safe to buy?

The MOT history for 129 CTG shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 129 CTG have outstanding finance?

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