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CV13 MWZ

2013 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

180,189 mi
Last recorded180,189 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW 5 Series83,070 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV13 MWZ
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 180,189 miles

Central Front small oil leak

Pass 4 Jun 2025 177,329 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 Jun 2024 171,427 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2022 170,571 miles

Engine undertray and covers fitted restricts view of components

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 Nov 2021 155,747 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020 145,691 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 131,270 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 115,206 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2018 113,624 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 93,169 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' on limit (8.3.1a)

Fail 20 Feb 2017 93,169 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' on limit (8.3.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Apr 2016 73,960 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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CV13 MWZ 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 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 CV13 MWZ, 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 CV13 MWZ registered?

CV13 MWZ is a 2013 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 20 May 2013.

Is CV13 MWZ safe to buy?

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