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AF13 LMJ

2013 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

105,485 mi
Last recorded105,485 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 5 Series83,070 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF13 LMJ
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 105,485 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2025 105,483 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Oct 2024 102,292 miles

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 5 Oct 2024 102,292 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2023 96,697 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Oct 2022 91,295 miles

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

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2021 82,323 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 79,658 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 70,148 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 59,669 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 43,220 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 31,860 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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AF13 LMJ is a 2013 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AF13 LMJ, 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 AF13 LMJ registered?

AF13 LMJ is a 2013 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 26 March 2013.

Is AF13 LMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF13 LMJ shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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