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DK13 LGL

2013 BMW 7 Series

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

160,317 mi
Last recorded160,317 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 7 Series73,874 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK13 LGL
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 160,317 miles

Front number plate has a blue tint around numbers and letters

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

Pass 21 Sep 2024 140,168 miles

Front number plate has a blue tint around numbers and letters

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

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

Pass 2 Oct 2023 133,436 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2022 121,975 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2021 113,515 miles

Engine covers & Undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 6 Oct 2021 113,513 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (Marked (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (Marked (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Engine covers & Undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 2 Oct 2021 113,382 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2020 97,182 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 83,606 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 60,748 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 45,748 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 31,766 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 30,299 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 7 Series?

Based on 64,177 MOT tests across 9,415 vehicles.

80.2%
Pass Rate
7,495
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
9,415
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,308
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,090
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,074
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 1,020
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 819
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DK13 LGL is a 2013 BMW 7 Series in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2013 BMW 7 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 73,874 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 7 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,308 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DK13 LGL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 7 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 13 years old, this BMW 7 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DK13 LGL registered?

DK13 LGL is a 2013 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 1 March 2013.

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