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M13 BMU

2013 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

123,680 mi
Last recorded123,680 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW X570,883 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM13 BMU
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2025 123,680 miles

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

Fail 14 Jul 2025 123,642 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 10 Jul 2024 109,578 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning tailgate lamp inop (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2020 87,398 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2020 83,130 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2019 79,339 miles

front brake discs worn and lipped

front tyres wearing on outer edge

Fail 7 Jan 2019 79,339 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

front brake discs worn and lipped

front tyres wearing on outer edge

Pass 9 Jan 2018 70,795 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2016 47,972 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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M13 BMU is a 2013 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 M13 BMU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M13 BMU registered?

M13 BMU is a 2013 BMW X5, first registered on 30 May 2013.

Is M13 BMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for M13 BMU shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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