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BG13 XEF

2013 BMW X5

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

74,883 mi
Last recorded74,883 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW X570,883 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG13 XEF
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2025 74,883 miles

N/S Front Brake Dust Shield Loose

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin N/S & O/S 70% Approx (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jan 2024 72,708 miles

Nearside Front Brake Dust Shield Loose

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin N/S & O/S (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 26 Jan 2024 72,697 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer Edge 275/40/20 106W (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Side repeater not working Led Unit (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake Dust Shield Loose

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin N/S & O/S (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jan 2023 69,311 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside worn on outer edges 275/40/20 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 13 Jan 2022 64,189 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 58,734 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 51,025 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 5 May 2018 46,416 miles
Fail 3 May 2018 46,416 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Mar 2018 46,199 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 38,379 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Feb 2016 29,359 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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BG13 XEF is a 2013 BMW X5 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BG13 XEF, 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 BG13 XEF registered?

BG13 XEF is a 2013 BMW X5, first registered on 12 March 2013.

Is BG13 XEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG13 XEF shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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