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BD13 UOF

2013 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2027
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

110,404 mi
Last recorded110,404 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW 5 Series83,070 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD13 UOF
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2026 110,404 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Aug 2026 110,376 miles

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2025 97,594 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 30 Jul 2025 97,152 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn Forward facing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn Forward facing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Road wheel fractured Inner rim in 3 places. (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Aug 2024 86,187 miles

under-trays fitted obsecuring some underside components

Fail 2 Aug 2024 86,187 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

under-trays fitted obsecuring some underside components

Pass 6 Sep 2021 83,781 miles

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

Fail 6 Sep 2021 83,781 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2020 81,062 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2019 78,293 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2018 67,516 miles

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

Fail 17 Oct 2018 67,516 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 245 40 20 RFT 99y (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 275 35 20 RFT 102y (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Nail in tyre

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

Pass 10 Oct 2017 48,921 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 36,645 miles

Nearside Rear Air suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Fail 12 Sep 2016 36,645 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Air suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Pass 22 Sep 2015 27,381 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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BD13 UOF is a 2013 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BD13 UOF, 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 BD13 UOF registered?

BD13 UOF is a 2013 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 28 June 2013.

Is BD13 UOF safe to buy?

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