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DK13 LHP

2013 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2024
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

209,540 mi
Last recorded209,540 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2023
Typical for 2013 BMW 5 Series83,070 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK13 LHP
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2023 209,540 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2022 196,252 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

emissions tested no reading

Pass 6 Mar 2021 170,100 miles

emissions tested no reading

Pass 22 Feb 2020 145,108 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing bold on the outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Mar 2019 119,162 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to limit of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 2 Mar 2019 119,162 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to limit of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Feb 2018 93,757 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 20 Feb 2018 93,702 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 15 Feb 2017 69,805 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 10 Feb 2017 69,737 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 1 Mar 2016 57,772 miles

Nearside Rear 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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DK13 LHP is a 2013 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 DK13 LHP, 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 DK13 LHP registered?

DK13 LHP is a 2013 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 6 March 2013.

Is DK13 LHP safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK13 LHP shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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