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AV13 LZH

2013 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

98,606 mi
Last recorded98,606 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 5 Series83,070 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV13 LZH
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 98,606 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2024 91,774 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2023 84,090 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2022 76,078 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2022 76,063 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Also cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Nov 2021 67,409 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2020 61,265 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 23 May 2019 50,882 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 42,808 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 33,498 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 May 2016 24,997 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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AV13 LZH is a 2013 BMW 5 Series in Grey 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 AV13 LZH, 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 AV13 LZH registered?

AV13 LZH is a 2013 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 5 June 2013.

Is AV13 LZH safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV13 LZH 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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