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GU13 YEV

2013 BMW F Series

Orange Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

34,830 mi
Last recorded34,830 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW F Series15,728 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU13 YEV
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2013
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2025 34,830 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2024 30,071 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2024 30,071 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 28 Sep 2021 25,045 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2021 24,892 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Front Front brake pads excessively corroded ( Recommended replacement as soon as possible)

Pass 27 Jul 2019 15,583 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 15,117 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 12,114 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 9,357 miles

How Reliable is the BMW F Series?

Based on 92,321 MOT tests across 8,598 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
1,110
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
8,598
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 651
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 616
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 570
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 310
Horn not working 299
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GU13 YEV is a 2013 BMW F Series in Orange with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2013 BMW F Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.5% with a typical mileage of 15,728 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 F Series fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 651 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GU13 YEV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW F Series typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 13 years old, this BMW F Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GU13 YEV registered?

GU13 YEV is a 2013 BMW F Series, first registered on 31 May 2013.

Is GU13 YEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU13 YEV shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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