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DF13 FAM

2013 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

121,258 mi
Last recorded121,258 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 5 Series83,070 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF13 FAM
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2025 121,258 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2024 115,284 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2023 108,210 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 31 Oct 2022 99,942 miles

rear brake discs are pitted

Pass 11 Oct 2021 94,495 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 91,593 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2020 91,557 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 225/55 R17 Run-Flat (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/55 R17 Run-Flat (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Jun 2019 84,217 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))

Pass 9 Jun 2018 77,386 miles

engine covers and under trays are fitted

front and rear brake pads are low

front tyres are wearing on outer edges

Pass 17 Jun 2017 70,930 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 63,617 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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DF13 FAM is a 2013 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 DF13 FAM, 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 DF13 FAM registered?

DF13 FAM is a 2013 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 19 June 2013.

Is DF13 FAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF13 FAM shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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