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B15 SWC

2013 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Dec 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

178,717 mi
Last recorded178,717 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 5 Series83,070 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB15 SWC
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 178,717 miles

Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge @ 3mm tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Dec 2024 163,674 miles

Central Front Washer jets/spray weak

Offside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Pass 14 Dec 2023 149,559 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge worn smooth (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bushing is in lower rear suspension arm (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2022 134,179 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 2 Dec 2021 118,027 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 103,797 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge center tread (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge center tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Jun 2019 80,216 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Jun 2018 56,545 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2018 56,545 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Jun 2017 39,293 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 17,831 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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B15 SWC 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 B15 SWC, 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 B15 SWC registered?

B15 SWC is a 2013 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 12 June 2013.

Is B15 SWC safe to buy?

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