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N5 DST

2013 BMW F Series

Grey Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Dec 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

27,758 mi
Last recorded27,758 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW F Series15,728 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN5 DST
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 27,758 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2024 23,396 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2024 23,396 miles

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2023 19,953 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2022 15,832 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2021 13,442 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2020 10,578 miles

Central Front Lower small oil leak

Central Front front tyre showing cracks

Fail 1 Dec 2020 10,578 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Central Front Lower small oil leak

Central Front front tyre showing cracks

Pass 27 Nov 2019 10,540 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2018 10,012 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 8,363 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 5,545 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 3,482 miles

How Reliable is the BMW F Series?

Based on 92,321 MOT tests across 8,598 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
1,110
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
8,598
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 651
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 616
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 570
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 310
Horn not working 299
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N5 DST is a 2013 BMW F Series in Grey with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2013 BMW F Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.5% with a typical mileage of 15,728 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 F Series fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 651 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N5 DST, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW F Series typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 13 years old, this BMW F Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of N5 DST?

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What year was N5 DST registered?

N5 DST is a 2013 BMW F Series, first registered on 12 July 2013.

Is N5 DST safe to buy?

The MOT history for N5 DST 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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