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B21 MBE

2013 BMW X5

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

74,308 mi
Last recorded74,308 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW X570,883 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB21 MBE
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 74,308 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jul 2025 68,704 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2024 56,884 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2023 49,199 miles

Trays and covers fitted preventing a full inspection of some components

Fail 16 Oct 2023 49,199 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Trays and covers fitted preventing a full inspection of some components

Pass 11 Oct 2022 45,101 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2022 45,101 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Pass 1 Oct 2021 41,676 miles

Cut in o/s/f tyre tread.

Diesel test passed trigger point not met.

Fail 1 Oct 2021 41,676 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Cut in o/s/f tyre tread.

Diesel test passed trigger point not met.

Pass 17 Oct 2020 40,134 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2019 37,393 miles

Diesel test passed trigger point not met.

Pass 19 Oct 2018 33,375 miles

Diesel smoke test passed trigger point not met

N//S/F tyre wearing on outer edge

O/S/R suspension air spring perished

O/S/R tyre wearing on inner edge , deep cuts to tread

Pass 20 Oct 2017 23,768 miles

Diesel test passed trigger point not met.

Pass 7 Oct 2016 15,726 miles

How Reliable is the BMW X5?

Based on 1,735,343 MOT tests across 137,484 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
7,400
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
137,484
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 31,544
constant velocity joint gaiter split 29,936
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 29,587
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 22,930
constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc 21,276
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B21 MBE is a 2013 BMW X5 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2013 BMW X5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 70,883 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW X5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 31,544 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B21 MBE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW X5 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 13 years old, this BMW X5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B21 MBE registered?

B21 MBE is a 2013 BMW X5, first registered on 18 October 2013.

Is B21 MBE safe to buy?

The MOT history for B21 MBE shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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