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RM05 RDM

2013 BMW 7 Series

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

115,572 mi
Last recorded115,572 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 7 Series73,874 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRM05 RDM
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 115,572 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2024 113,001 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 13 Nov 2024 112,843 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine oil leak/undertray wet with oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Hydraulic leak, but not excessive Hydraulic unit on rear anti roll bar leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2023 104,821 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2022 96,902 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2021 91,020 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively edge (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively edge (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2020 87,907 miles

Manufactures body under trays fitted restricting inspection of components

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

Pass 14 Nov 2019 80,759 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 16 Nov 2018 71,011 miles

Manufactures body under trays fitted restricting inspection of components Manufactures sill covers fitted restricting inspection of components Manufactures engine covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Pass 2 Oct 2017 58,825 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 2 Oct 2017 58,824 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Mar 2016 35,649 miles

under trays fitted

How Reliable is the BMW 7 Series?

Based on 64,177 MOT tests across 9,415 vehicles.

80.2%
Pass Rate
7,495
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
9,415
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,308
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,090
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,074
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 1,020
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 819
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RM05 RDM is a 2013 BMW 7 Series in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2013 BMW 7 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 73,874 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 7 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,308 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RM05 RDM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 7 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 13 years old, this BMW 7 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was RM05 RDM registered?

RM05 RDM is a 2013 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 21 February 2013.

Is RM05 RDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for RM05 RDM 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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