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HK13 EWU

2013 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2025
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

40,957 mi
Last recorded40,957 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2024
Typical for 2013 BMW R Series19,534 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK13 EWU
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2024 40,957 miles

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

Front Road spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2022 40,629 miles

Front FRONT TYRE WORN LOW

Rear REAR TYRE WORN LOW

Pass 21 Dec 2021 37,680 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2020 34,879 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2019 34,794 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 31,022 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 27,590 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2017 27,590 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (1.6.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (1.6.B.1)

Pass 1 Jun 2016 21,966 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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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HK13 EWU is a 2013 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 HK13 EWU, 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 HK13 EWU registered?

HK13 EWU is a 2013 BMW R Series, first registered on 3 August 2013.

Is HK13 EWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK13 EWU 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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