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YX13 VHC

2013 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Feb 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

111,963 mi
Last recorded111,963 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW 5 Series83,070 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX13 VHC
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 111,963 miles

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

Fail 18 Feb 2026 111,963 miles

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

Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Feb 2025 104,150 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess deteriorated to cords (5.3.5 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess deteriorated to cords (5.3.5 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2024 93,295 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2023 82,493 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 71,795 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Mar 2021 61,158 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 26 Mar 2020 54,909 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 47,104 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin look to be getting low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Mar 2018 37,802 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 27 Feb 2017 31,966 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 25,794 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 5 Series?

Based on 944,163 MOT tests across 122,930 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
8,163
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
122,930
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,557
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,960
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12,202
parking brake recording little or no effort 7,953
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,589
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YX13 VHC is a 2013 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2013 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 83,070 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 5 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,557 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YX13 VHC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 5 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 13 years old, this BMW 5 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YX13 VHC registered?

YX13 VHC is a 2013 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 25 March 2013.

Is YX13 VHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for YX13 VHC shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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