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AO63 FKL

2013 BMW 518

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2023
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

244,420 mi
Last recorded244,420 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2022
Typical for 2013 BMW 51893,341 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO63 FKL
MakeBMW
Model518
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2022 244,420 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2021 191,871 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2021 191,806 miles

Central Rear Vehicle structure is deformed and structural rigidity is significantly reduced rear slam panel / crash bar is bent and split. (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Central Rear loose big bit of plastic bumper / trim behind bumper possible to move and touch hot exhaust

Pass 20 Jul 2020 179,385 miles

Engine oil leak - engine/ under covers obscuring some components

Fail 17 Jul 2020 179,328 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

Engine oil leak - engine/ under covers obscuring some components

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jul 2019 145,841 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 129,042 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 118,904 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 Sep 2016 90,189 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

How Reliable is the BMW 518?

Based on 62,660 MOT tests across 8,904 vehicles.

74.0%
Pass Rate
6,367
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
8,904
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 3,373
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,837
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,465
position lamp(s) not working 1,178
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 1,104
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AO63 FKL is a 2013 BMW 518 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2013 BMW 518 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 93,341 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 518 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 3,373 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AO63 FKL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 518 typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 13 years old, this BMW 518 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AO63 FKL?

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What year was AO63 FKL registered?

AO63 FKL is a 2013 BMW 518, first registered on 24 October 2013.

Is AO63 FKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO63 FKL shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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