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DV13 PKC

2013 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

167,296 mi
Last recorded167,296 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 5 Series83,070 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV13 PKC
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2025 167,296 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2024 158,268 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2023 152,080 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 12 Apr 2022 145,541 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 138,921 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2020 131,557 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2019 123,427 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 112,308 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 100,821 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2017 100,821 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 20 Apr 2016 80,479 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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DV13 PKC 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 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 DV13 PKC, 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 DV13 PKC registered?

DV13 PKC is a 2013 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 26 April 2013.

Is DV13 PKC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV13 PKC 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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