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BX13 VHR

2013 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2023
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

275,180 mi
Last recorded275,180 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2022
Typical for 2013 BMW 5 Series83,070 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX13 VHR
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2022 275,180 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2021 268,513 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2020 238,541 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 18 Jun 2019 194,866 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))

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

Pass 18 Jun 2018 158,104 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 115,488 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2017 108,450 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 82,503 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2016 82,503 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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BX13 VHR is a 2013 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 BX13 VHR, 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 BX13 VHR registered?

BX13 VHR is a 2013 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 2 March 2013.

Is BX13 VHR safe to buy?

The MOT history for BX13 VHR shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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