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BU63 GVN

2013 BMW 5 Series

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

130,895 mi
Last recorded130,895 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW 5 Series83,070 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU63 GVN
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 130,895 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2025 124,516 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front jacking point missing

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

Fail 13 Jun 2025 124,514 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Front jacking point missing

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

Pass 21 May 2024 118,569 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2024 118,530 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2023 108,127 miles
Pass 5 May 2022 93,467 miles
Pass 12 May 2021 72,103 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2020 63,999 miles

engine running so clean it is unable to provide a sample to test

Pass 20 Apr 2020 62,237 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 55,383 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 49,585 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2018 49,110 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2017 35,747 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2016 22,060 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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BU63 GVN is a 2013 BMW 5 Series in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 BU63 GVN, 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 BU63 GVN?

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What year was BU63 GVN registered?

BU63 GVN is a 2013 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 22 October 2013.

Is BU63 GVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU63 GVN shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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