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VU13 USP

2013 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

85,659 mi
Last recorded85,659 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW X570,883 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU13 USP
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 24 Jul 2026 85,659 miles

Brake discs worn

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2025 82,679 miles

Nearside front tyre worn edge

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2024 79,336 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2023 75,343 miles

Bonnet secondary catch faulty

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 28 Jul 2022 71,733 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 68,511 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated (3.1 (c))

Pass 29 Jul 2020 64,748 miles

Front brakes worn

Nearside and offside lower arm bushes deteriorated

Pass 8 Aug 2019 59,167 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 50,577 miles

Rear on.inner

Pass 9 Mar 2018 50,191 miles

Both front tyres worn low on the outer tread area

Both rear tyres worn low on the inner tread area

Pass 17 Feb 2017 38,907 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 27,058 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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VU13 USP is a 2013 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 VU13 USP, 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

How do I check the history of VU13 USP?

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What year was VU13 USP registered?

VU13 USP is a 2013 BMW X5, first registered on 9 March 2013.

Is VU13 USP safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU13 USP shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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