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AC13 JAT

2013 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

94,506 mi
Last recorded94,506 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 52083,406 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC13 JAT
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 94,506 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2024 88,451 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Nov 2023 81,445 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2022 78,443 miles

Nearside Front Jacking block missing

Pass 24 Oct 2021 74,023 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2021 74,023 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 3 Nov 2020 70,848 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2019 67,471 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2018 61,058 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2017 47,825 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Nov 2016 36,601 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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AC13 JAT is a 2013 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 AC13 JAT, 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 AC13 JAT?

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What year was AC13 JAT registered?

AC13 JAT is a 2013 BMW 520, first registered on 29 October 2013.

Is AC13 JAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AC13 JAT shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AC13 JAT have outstanding finance?

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