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AD62 SEA

2013 BMW 520

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

149,601 mi
Last recorded149,601 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 52083,406 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD62 SEA
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 149,601 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2024 140,323 miles

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Aug 2024 140,323 miles

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

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2023 121,825 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2022 121,517 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Mar 2021 117,271 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Mar 2020 112,301 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2019 100,963 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2018 84,754 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2018 66,804 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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AD62 SEA is a 2013 BMW 520 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 AD62 SEA, 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

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What year was AD62 SEA registered?

AD62 SEA is a 2013 BMW 520, first registered on 25 October 2013.

Is AD62 SEA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD62 SEA shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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