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GF13 HFA

2013 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

55,211 mi
Last recorded55,211 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW 52585,608 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF13 HFA
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2026 55,211 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jan 2025 47,807 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2024 40,114 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2024 40,114 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2023 32,494 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2022 32,313 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 32,013 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2017 30,227 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 26,855 miles

Engine cover and under trays fitted

How Reliable is the BMW 525?

Based on 724,963 MOT tests across 56,965 vehicles.

74.4%
Pass Rate
7,259
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
56,965
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33,171
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 17,448
Brake pipe excessively corroded 16,227
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 10,065
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 9,710
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GF13 HFA is a 2013 BMW 525 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2013 BMW 525 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 85,608 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 525 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 33,171 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GF13 HFA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 525 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 13 years old, this BMW 525 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GF13 HFA registered?

GF13 HFA is a 2013 BMW 525, first registered on 13 June 2013.

Is GF13 HFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF13 HFA 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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