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G21 VLD

2013 BMW M5

Grey Petrol 4395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

79,049 mi
Last recorded79,049 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW M549,204 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG21 VLD
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,395cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2025 79,049 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Aug 2024 73,315 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2023 69,600 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2023 69,596 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2022 61,928 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 56,140 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 52,131 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 48,388 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2019 48,388 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted pad material detached from carrier (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Jul 2018 42,829 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 34,123 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 26,592 miles

How Reliable is the BMW M5?

Based on 93,993 MOT tests across 8,068 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
3,845
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
8,068
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,017
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,177
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 883
Headlamp aim too low 833
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 807
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G21 VLD is a 2013 BMW M5 in Grey with a 4,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2013 BMW M5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.2% with a typical mileage of 49,204 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 M5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,017 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G21 VLD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW M5 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 13 years old, this BMW M5 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was G21 VLD registered?

G21 VLD is a 2013 BMW M5, first registered on 5 July 2013.

Is G21 VLD safe to buy?

The MOT history for G21 VLD shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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