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BL13 UKE

2013 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

21,452 mi
Last recorded21,452 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW K Series17,828 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL13 UKE
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,293cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 21,452 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2025 21,042 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2023 19,875 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2023 19,593 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 28 Mar 2023 19,589 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 17 Sep 2021 19,588 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2019 18,958 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 17,331 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 13,783 miles

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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BL13 UKE is a 2013 BMW K Series in Red with a 1,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 BL13 UKE, 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 BL13 UKE registered?

BL13 UKE is a 2013 BMW K Series, first registered on 9 August 2013.

Is BL13 UKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL13 UKE shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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