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FG13 XMB

2013 BMW X5

White Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jan 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

196,928 mi
Last recorded196,928 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW X570,883 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG13 XMB
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2026 196,928 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Oct 2023 190,128 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

engine covers & under trays fitted

Fail 12 Oct 2023 190,128 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

engine covers & under trays fitted

Pass 3 Aug 2022 164,916 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

stone chips in windscreen

Fail 1 Aug 2022 164,913 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 275/40r20 rft (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Suspension system inoperative (5.3.5 (a)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 315/35r20 rft (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

stone chips in windscreen

Pass 25 Aug 2021 148,376 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Aug 2021 147,865 miles

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator both side front (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing crack between tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre also crack between tread 315/35R20 runflat ()

Pass 25 Jul 2020 135,574 miles

Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin rear pads both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 25 Jul 2020 135,572 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin rear pads both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jan 2019 110,613 miles

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

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

undertrays and covers fitted

Pass 7 Nov 2017 78,992 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear (4.1.E.1)

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 29 Apr 2016 49,762 miles

How Reliable is the BMW X5?

Based on 1,735,343 MOT tests across 137,484 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
7,400
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
137,484
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 31,544
constant velocity joint gaiter split 29,936
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 29,587
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 22,930
constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc 21,276
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FG13 XMB is a 2013 BMW X5 in White with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2013 BMW X5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 70,883 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 X5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 31,544 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FG13 XMB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW X5 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 13 years old, this BMW X5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FG13 XMB registered?

FG13 XMB is a 2013 BMW X5, first registered on 30 April 2013.

Is FG13 XMB safe to buy?

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