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AU13 LSL

2013 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

38,764 mi
Last recorded38,764 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW R Series19,534 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU13 LSL
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2025 38,764 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2024 35,775 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2023 34,515 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2022 33,809 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 30,387 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 27,467 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2019 25,143 miles

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

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

Pass 5 May 2018 21,796 miles

Rear Rear tyre running close to rear mudguard extender.

Pass 20 May 2017 17,468 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly binding brake

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 11 May 2017 17,456 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded Mudguard rubbing (6.2.1b)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 21 May 2016 12,511 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R Series?

Based on 261,180 MOT tests across 25,486 vehicles.

91.2%
Pass Rate
1,463
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
25,486
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,440
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,086
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 603
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 553
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 532
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AU13 LSL is a 2013 BMW R Series in Grey with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2013 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.1% with a typical mileage of 19,534 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 R Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,440 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AU13 LSL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R Series typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 13 years old, this BMW R Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AU13 LSL registered?

AU13 LSL is a 2013 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 May 2013.

Is AU13 LSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU13 LSL 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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