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AK13 WAK

2013 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

127,262 mi
Last recorded127,262 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW 53079,457 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK13 WAK
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 127,262 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2025 118,211 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 1 Aug 2024 111,904 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2023 99,852 miles

nearside front tyre starting to wear on edge

Pass 20 Jul 2022 87,785 miles

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

Fail 19 Jul 2022 87,785 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 13 Jul 2021 73,169 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2020 63,779 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 48,802 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 2 Aug 2018 34,047 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 22,534 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 18,773 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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AK13 WAK 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 AK13 WAK, 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 AK13 WAK registered?

AK13 WAK is a 2013 BMW 530, first registered on 20 August 2013.

Is AK13 WAK safe to buy?

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