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AB05 GSB

2013 BMW 5 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Apr 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

68,560 mi
Last recorded68,560 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW 5 Series83,070 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB05 GSB
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 1 Apr 2026 68,560 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2025 65,972 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2024 62,938 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2023 58,655 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2022 53,941 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2021 50,876 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2020 48,007 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2019 44,901 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2018 42,545 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 40,027 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 36,257 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 5 Series?

Based on 944,163 MOT tests across 122,930 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
8,163
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
122,930
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,557
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,960
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12,202
parking brake recording little or no effort 7,953
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,589
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AB05 GSB is a 2013 BMW 5 Series in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2013 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 83,070 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 5 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,557 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AB05 GSB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 5 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 13 years old, this BMW 5 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AB05 GSB registered?

AB05 GSB is a 2013 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 1 March 2013.

Is AB05 GSB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AB05 GSB shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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