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BF13 ZSW

2013 BMW 5 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

139,345 mi
Last recorded139,345 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 5 Series83,070 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF13 ZSW
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 139,345 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2025 139,341 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2024 116,142 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both Sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 5 Sep 2023 96,110 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Aug 2022 78,182 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 May 2021 60,989 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2017 21,273 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 17,731 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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BF13 ZSW is a 2013 BMW 5 Series in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 BF13 ZSW, 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 BF13 ZSW registered?

BF13 ZSW is a 2013 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 27 March 2013.

Is BF13 ZSW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF13 ZSW shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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