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M5 VLX

2013 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 4395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

102,760 mi
Last recorded102,760 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW M549,204 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM5 VLX
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,395cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 12 Sep 2025 102,760 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 20 Sep 2024 97,961 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2023 90,645 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 10 Jun 2022 83,912 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2021 75,108 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2019 65,957 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 59,327 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 48,264 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 43,739 miles

How Reliable is the BMW M5?

Based on 93,993 MOT tests across 8,068 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
3,845
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
8,068
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,017
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,177
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 883
Headlamp aim too low 833
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 807
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M5 VLX is a 2013 BMW M5 in Blue with a 4,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2013 BMW M5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.2% with a typical mileage of 49,204 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW M5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,017 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M5 VLX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW M5 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 13 years old, this BMW M5 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M5 VLX registered?

M5 VLX is a 2013 BMW M5, first registered on 2 September 2013.

Is M5 VLX safe to buy?

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