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KW13 RVN

2013 BMW G Series

Yellow Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2026
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

23,465 mi
Last recorded23,465 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2024
Typical for 2013 BMW G Series10,146 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW13 RVN
MakeBMW
ModelG Series
Year2013
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc
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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2024 23,465 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Fail 16 Dec 2024 23,465 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 9 Jan 2024 22,640 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2024 22,640 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2023 21,783 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2023 21,783 miles

Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 5 Jan 2022 20,648 miles

Nearside Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive tight links in chain (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2021 19,747 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2021 19,747 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Jan 2020 18,282 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2019 15,635 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

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

Pass 21 Dec 2017 12,503 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2017 7,645 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2017 7,645 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 12 Jan 2016 4,318 miles

How Reliable is the BMW G Series?

Based on 9,521 MOT tests across 1,081 vehicles.

88.5%
Pass Rate
841
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
1,081
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 46
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 30
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 21
Drive chain sprocket worn to excess 18
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KW13 RVN is a 2013 BMW G Series in Yellow with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2013 BMW G Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.0% with a typical mileage of 10,146 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 G Series fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 46 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KW13 RVN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW G Series typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 13 years old, this BMW G Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KW13 RVN registered?

KW13 RVN is a 2013 BMW G Series, first registered on 20 June 2013.

Is KW13 RVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW13 RVN shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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