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J5 TYU

2013 BMW 530

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

122,445 mi
Last recorded122,445 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 53079,457 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ5 TYU
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 122,445 miles

Chip in windscreen

Pass 29 Nov 2024 107,835 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 22 Dec 2023 101,805 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH ABSOLUTLY ON LEGAL LIMIT OF 1.6 MM (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Dec 2022 95,764 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2022 95,764 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Side wall. 245/45/r18-96y RunFlat (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Dec 2021 87,518 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2021 87,518 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 245/45/r18-96y RunFlat (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 245/45/r18-96y RunFlat (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2020 79,991 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 68,621 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 54,099 miles

Nearside front tyre wearing on outer edge

Offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 10 Jun 2017 37,065 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 25,250 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 21,193 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 530?

Based on 801,983 MOT tests across 56,322 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
7,757
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
56,322
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 30,757
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 17,664
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 11,558
Brake pipe excessively corroded 10,764
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,374
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J5 TYU is a 2013 BMW 530 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2013 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 79,457 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 530 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 30,757 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J5 TYU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 530 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 13 years old, this BMW 530 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J5 TYU registered?

J5 TYU is a 2013 BMW 530, first registered on 11 June 2013.

Is J5 TYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for J5 TYU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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