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BN13 TFX

2013 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

128,194 mi
Last recorded128,194 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 5 Series83,070 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN13 TFX
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 128,194 miles

under tray fitted

Fail 27 Aug 2025 128,194 miles

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

under tray fitted

Pass 9 Sep 2024 121,978 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2024 121,978 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 24 Sep 2022 110,195 miles

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Aug 2021 100,140 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2021 100,140 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 May 2019 81,413 miles

engine cover and under body trays fitted at time of test

tested under wet conditions

Fail 8 May 2019 81,413 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

engine cover and under body trays fitted at time of test

tested under wet conditions

Pass 30 Apr 2018 74,779 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.8mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.8mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 May 2017 64,858 miles

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 9 May 2016 58,462 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2016 58,218 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 TFX is a 2013 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 BN13 TFX, 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 TFX registered?

BN13 TFX is a 2013 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 29 March 2013.

Is BN13 TFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN13 TFX shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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