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AF13 XJW

2013 BMW 5 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Nov 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

114,132 mi
Last recorded114,132 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 5 Series83,070 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF13 XJW
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 114,132 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2024 102,666 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2023 88,043 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2022 84,919 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2021 80,448 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2020 76,469 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 67,492 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 58,190 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 50,283 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Sighs of oil leak present

Fail 18 Apr 2017 50,129 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords As marked (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Sighs of oil leak present

Pass 15 Apr 2016 40,615 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 XJW is a 2013 BMW 5 Series in Blue 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 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 XJW, 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

How do I check the history of AF13 XJW?

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What year was AF13 XJW registered?

AF13 XJW is a 2013 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 19 April 2013.

Is AF13 XJW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF13 XJW 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.

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