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BG13 NKM

2013 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Mar 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

98,410 mi
Last recorded98,410 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW 5 Series83,070 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG13 NKM
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 98,410 miles

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Mar 2026 98,410 miles

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Mar 2025 93,716 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2024 87,287 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2023 82,494 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2021 74,637 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2020 68,047 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2020 67,528 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 May 2019 62,943 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2018 56,393 miles
Fail 26 May 2018 56,393 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 May 2017 48,879 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 275/35 R19 96Y run flat (4.1.E.1)

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

engine covers and under-trays fitted obscuring the view to some components

pedestrian protection system fault warning message on

Pass 12 May 2016 40,073 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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BG13 NKM is a 2013 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 BG13 NKM, 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 BG13 NKM registered?

BG13 NKM is a 2013 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 29 May 2013.

Is BG13 NKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG13 NKM shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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