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XN05 COT

2013 BMW 518

Black Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Dec 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

89,646 mi
Last recorded89,646 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 51893,341 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXN05 COT
MakeBMW
Model518
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 89,646 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Dec 2024
Pass 9 Dec 2023 63,526 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2022 60,665 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2021 57,789 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2021 57,789 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2020 56,211 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2020 56,211 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2019 53,218 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2018 48,610 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2017 43,683 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2016 36,231 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 518?

Based on 62,660 MOT tests across 8,904 vehicles.

74.0%
Pass Rate
6,367
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
8,904
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 3,373
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,837
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,465
position lamp(s) not working 1,178
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 1,104
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XN05 COT is a 2013 BMW 518 in Black with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2013 BMW 518 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 93,341 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 518 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 3,373 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XN05 COT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 518 typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 13 years old, this BMW 518 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XN05 COT?

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What year was XN05 COT registered?

XN05 COT is a 2013 BMW 518, first registered on 6 December 2013.

Is XN05 COT safe to buy?

The MOT history for XN05 COT 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.

Does XN05 COT have outstanding finance?

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