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AJ13 VSK

2013 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

162,056 mi
Last recorded162,056 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 53079,457 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ13 VSK
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 162,056 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2024 149,896 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2023 136,837 miles

Front undertray fitted obstructing the inspection of testable items

Pass 27 Aug 2022 132,205 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2022 132,205 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 20 Aug 2021 125,988 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2020 119,657 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2020 119,657 miles

Nearside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Aug 2019 110,474 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 98,604 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 73,214 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 56,732 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2016 56,732 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Air suspension unit damaged and likely to fail (2.4.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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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AJ13 VSK is a 2013 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AJ13 VSK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AJ13 VSK registered?

AJ13 VSK is a 2013 BMW 530, first registered on 21 August 2013.

Is AJ13 VSK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ13 VSK shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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