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K13 HPS

2012 BMW K Series

White Petrol 1293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

48,602 mi
Last recorded48,602 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW K Series19,512 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK13 HPS
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,293cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 48,602 miles
Pass 16 May 2025 46,401 miles
Pass 30 May 2024 44,175 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 40,131 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 35,314 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 30,175 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 30,005 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2019 29,393 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 26,350 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 25,222 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 8 Mar 2016 21,020 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Fail 5 Mar 2016 21,002 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play HUB BEARING (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 7 Mar 2015 16,320 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

How Reliable is the BMW K Series?

Based on 148,722 MOT tests across 15,213 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
1,209
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
15,213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,496
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 813
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 743
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 523
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 512
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K13 HPS is a 2012 BMW K Series in White with a 1,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2012 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.6% with a typical mileage of 19,512 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 K Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K13 HPS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW K Series typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 14 years old, this BMW K Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K13 HPS registered?

K13 HPS is a 2012 BMW K Series, first registered on 3 March 2012.

Is K13 HPS safe to buy?

The MOT history for K13 HPS shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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