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2013 BMW 520 2.0L Diesel · KV63 FFZ

KV63 FFZ

2013 BMW 520 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 24 Sept 2013. MOT expired on 23 Aug 2022. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model
BMW 520
Year / Origin
2013 · Northampton
Safety Recall
Recall Notice
MOT Status
Expired on 23 Aug 2022
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
—
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 2.0L
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Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

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Official DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.

MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 23 Aug 2022
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2013
Engine
1995cc
Mechanical Assessment

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This 2013 BMW 520 holds a clean and stable roadworthiness status, anchored by a straightforward test history that reflects basic compliance. The most recent examination on August 24, 2021, resulted in a clear pass at 179,474 miles with zero defects recorded. This followed a procedural failure just five days prior on August 19, 2021, which lacked logged defects and points toward an administrative rectification rather than a mechanical failure. The maintenance trend reads as exceptionally sparse given the age of the vehicle, offering very little data regarding the ongoing condition of mechanical assemblies. The odometer reading of 179,474 miles averages out to approximately 13,806 miles per year, placing high mileage demands on the chassis and drivetrain over its thirteen-year lifespan. This intensive operational history typically accelerates wear on high-stress components such as suspension bushes, wheel bearings, and turbocharged diesel ancillaries. The complete absence of historical test data prior to August 2021 prevents any long-term trend analysis regarding past corrosion, exhaust emissions compliance, or brake efficiency. Prospective buyers must conduct a rigorous physical inspection focusing on areas typically strained by high-mileage executive motoring. Check the front and rear multi-link suspension arms for play in the ball joints and degradation in the rubber bushes, as these heavily influence handling stability and tyre wear. Listen closely for timing chain rattle during a cold start, inspect the turbocharger for oil weeping, and verify the operation of the automatic transmission under load. Inspect the brake discs and calipers for excessive scoring or uneven pad wear to ensure the braking system matches the demands of this vehicle's mileage accumulation.

KV63 FFZ Key Findings

  • No MOT test records found for this registration
  • MOT expired on 23/08/2022
  • Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
30
/ 100 · Poor
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Poor

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
! No MOT history found
! Older vehicle
✗ Outstanding recall notice
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Recall Notice Outstanding

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MOT Status

No MOT history available

No MOT test records were found for this registration. DVSA’s digital archive only covers tests from 2005, so a vehicle that has not been tested since then may legitimately have no visible history.