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FV63 SNX

2013 BMW 518

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

103,511 mi
Last recorded103,511 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 51893,341 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV63 SNX
MakeBMW
Model518
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2025 103,511 miles

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ALL FOUR. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Jul 2024 97,586 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 21 Jul 2023 89,584 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All four. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Jul 2022 84,022 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2021 78,776 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2021 78,773 miles

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Oct 2019 67,803 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 67,043 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2018 45,567 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 43,876 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear tyre uneven wear and cuts round tread

Offside Front tyre cuts within the tread

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Oct 2016 34,964 miles

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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FV63 SNX is a 2013 BMW 518 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FV63 SNX, 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

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What year was FV63 SNX registered?

FV63 SNX is a 2013 BMW 518, first registered on 21 November 2013.

Is FV63 SNX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV63 SNX shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FV63 SNX have outstanding finance?

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