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BJ13 KNX

2013 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jan 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

133,817 mi
Last recorded133,817 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW 5 Series83,070 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ13 KNX
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2026 133,817 miles

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

Pass 13 Jan 2025 121,382 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2024 112,389 miles

Engine cover / Under tray body protection fitted

Pass 13 Jan 2023 103,441 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2021 95,035 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2020 86,390 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2019 59,618 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 49,784 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 43,009 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 36,041 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 35,161 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2016 35,161 miles

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

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

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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BJ13 KNX is a 2013 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 BJ13 KNX, 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

How do I check the history of BJ13 KNX?

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What year was BJ13 KNX registered?

BJ13 KNX is a 2013 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 9 May 2013.

Is BJ13 KNX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ13 KNX shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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