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BN13 SXG

2013 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2025
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

160,363 mi
Last recorded160,363 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2024
Typical for 2013 BMW 5 Series83,070 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN13 SXG
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2024 160,363 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2023 145,885 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))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2022 127,805 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 25 Nov 2021 111,840 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 27 Nov 2020 95,437 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 25 Nov 2020 95,268 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Nov 2019 82,208 miles

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

Fail 16 Nov 2019 82,208 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 28 Nov 2018 68,449 miles

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 5 May 2018 61,925 miles

cords showing on n/s/r suspension airbag

Pass 6 May 2017 49,640 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 40,100 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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BN13 SXG is a 2013 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BN13 SXG, 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 BN13 SXG registered?

BN13 SXG is a 2013 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 31 May 2013.

Is BN13 SXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN13 SXG 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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