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AP13 BVU

2013 BMW K Series

Maroon Petrol 1649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

28,836 mi
Last recorded28,836 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW K Series17,828 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP13 BVU
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2013
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,649cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 28,836 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2025 23,722 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 22,101 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 20,725 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Front wheel bearings noisey.

Fail 13 May 2023 20,725 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Front wheel bearings noisey.

Pass 14 Apr 2022 18,053 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 14 Apr 2021 15,066 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 14,471 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Aug 2018 12,751 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 10,796 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 9,033 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly binding brake

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly binding brake

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

How Reliable is the BMW K Series?

Based on 148,722 MOT tests across 15,213 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
1,209
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
15,213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,496
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 813
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 743
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 523
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 512
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AP13 BVU is a 2013 BMW K Series in Maroon with a 1,649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2013 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.0% with a typical mileage of 17,828 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 K Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AP13 BVU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW K Series typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 13 years old, this BMW K Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AP13 BVU registered?

AP13 BVU is a 2013 BMW K Series, first registered on 26 July 2013.

Is AP13 BVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP13 BVU 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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