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M5 XBW

2013 BMW Alpina

Grey Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests34 (29 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate85.3%

Mileage

53,898 mi
Last recorded53,898 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW Alpina67,994 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM5 XBW
MakeBMW
ModelAlpina
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

29 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 53,898 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2026 132,188 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 12 May 2025 49,359 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2025 130,410 miles

all discs scored/pitted or worn but not weakened

Pass 14 May 2024 45,675 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2024 127,138 miles

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 May 2023 41,644 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front 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))

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

Pass 20 Jan 2023 123,294 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Jun 2022 37,216 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2022 115,651 miles

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

Fail 21 Jan 2022 115,651 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 7 Jun 2021 33,860 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2021 107,411 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2020 32,628 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2020 103,216 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 14 Feb 2020 103,216 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Mar 2019 27,323 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2019 96,993 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2018 23,947 miles

covers and undertrays obscuring some components.

Fail 19 Mar 2018 23,947 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively rubber split. (8.2.2)

covers and undertrays obscuring some components.

Pass 6 Feb 2018 92,403 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit all four (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Mar 2017 18,606 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 31 Aug 2016 78,256 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

both front brake hoses perished

cut in sidewall of nearside front tyre

offside rear tyre worn on inside edge and close to legal limit

Pass 29 Mar 2016 14,007 miles

o/s/f tyre bald on inner edge. Nail in tread.

Pass 18 Sep 2015 71,784 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 66,542 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 56,491 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2013 56,491 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 5 Jun 2013 56,406 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 55,642 miles

n/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge

o/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 28 Apr 2012 38,553 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 37,135 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2011 37,135 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 Jul 2010 33,270 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

How Reliable is the BMW Alpina?

Based on 29,169 MOT tests across 2,395 vehicles.

82.0%
Pass Rate
4,292
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
2,395
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 568
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 270
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 269
Brake pipe excessively corroded 254
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 226
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M5 XBW is a 2013 BMW Alpina in Grey with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 34 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.3%.

Across all 2013 BMW Alpina models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 67,994 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 Alpina fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 568 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M5 XBW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW Alpina typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 13 years old, this BMW Alpina is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M5 XBW registered?

M5 XBW is a 2013 BMW Alpina, first registered on 29 March 2013.

Is M5 XBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for M5 XBW shows 34 tests with a 85.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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