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X5 BLM

2013 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

73,078 mi
Last recorded73,078 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 53570,098 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX5 BLM
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 73,078 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2024 66,051 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 12 Sep 2023 59,689 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Sep 2023 59,689 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2022 54,499 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge wearing. 275-35-19 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Sep 2021 46,770 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 41,438 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 34,340 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 26,403 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 20,455 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 14,628 miles

covers fitted obscuring some components in engine bay

under trays fitted obscuring underside components

How Reliable is the BMW 535?

Based on 216,162 MOT tests across 18,035 vehicles.

78.7%
Pass Rate
7,094
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
18,035
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,346
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,237
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2,669
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,608
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 2,438
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X5 BLM is a 2013 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2013 BMW 535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 70,098 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 535 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,346 recorded failures. If you're considering buying X5 BLM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 535 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 13 years old, this BMW 535 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of X5 BLM?

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What year was X5 BLM registered?

X5 BLM is a 2013 BMW 535, first registered on 16 September 2013.

Is X5 BLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for X5 BLM shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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