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BG63 DCF

2013 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

170,581 mi
Last recorded170,581 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW 53570,098 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG63 DCF
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 170,581 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread 2/2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread 2/2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 2 Apr 2026 170,581 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread 2/2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread 2/2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Apr 2025 152,467 miles

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

under trays prevent full inspection

Pass 9 Apr 2024 138,570 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2023 75,863 miles

Under trays fitted

Pass 4 Apr 2022 68,965 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2021 63,837 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

engine cover undertrays fitted

undertrays engine cover fitted

Fail 8 Apr 2021 63,828 miles

Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

engine cover undertrays fitted

undertrays engine cover fitted

Pass 14 May 2018 56,806 miles
Fail 5 May 2018 56,806 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Jan 2017 48,700 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 48,682 miles

ENGINE COVER FITTED

UNDERTRAYS FITTED

How Reliable is the BMW 535?

Based on 216,162 MOT tests across 18,035 vehicles.

78.7%
Pass Rate
7,094
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
18,035
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,346
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,237
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2,669
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,608
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 2,438
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BG63 DCF is a 2013 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2013 BMW 535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 70,098 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 535 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,346 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BG63 DCF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 535 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 13 years old, this BMW 535 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BG63 DCF registered?

BG63 DCF is a 2013 BMW 535, first registered on 26 November 2013.

Is BG63 DCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG63 DCF shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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