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SM62 YHZ

2013 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

149,007 mi
Last recorded149,007 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW X570,883 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM62 YHZ
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 149,007 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Jun 2026 148,967 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2025 143,057 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2025 143,057 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both rear (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Feb 2024 131,363 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2023 122,984 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2022 102,583 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2021 98,972 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2021 98,972 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2020 84,640 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2019 75,251 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 69,303 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2018 69,303 miles

Offside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Pass 20 Jan 2017 54,723 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2017 54,186 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Feb 2016 41,080 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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SM62 YHZ is a 2013 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 SM62 YHZ, 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 SM62 YHZ registered?

SM62 YHZ is a 2013 BMW X5, first registered on 17 January 2013.

Is SM62 YHZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM62 YHZ shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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