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LF13 YUY

2013 BMW 535

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

82,228 mi
Last recorded82,228 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 53570,098 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF13 YUY
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2025 82,228 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2024 80,876 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2024 80,876 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 28 Oct 2023 79,660 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Oct 2022 76,181 miles

Engine covers & Under shield fitted obscuring some components

Pass 21 Oct 2021 74,457 miles

Engine covers & Under shield fitted obscuring some components

Pass 16 Oct 2020 71,437 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

small buldge on o/s/f tyre

Fail 15 Oct 2020 71,433 miles

Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

small buldge on o/s/f tyre

Pass 27 Jun 2019 62,100 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 56,233 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 47,703 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2017 47,298 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit at approx. 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Jun 2016 38,444 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

How Reliable is the BMW 535?

Based on 216,162 MOT tests across 18,035 vehicles.

78.7%
Pass Rate
7,094
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
18,035
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,346
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,237
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2,669
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,608
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 2,438
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LF13 YUY is a 2013 BMW 535 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2013 BMW 535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 70,098 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 535 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,346 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LF13 YUY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 535 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 13 years old, this BMW 535 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LF13 YUY registered?

LF13 YUY is a 2013 BMW 535, first registered on 12 June 2013.

Is LF13 YUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF13 YUY shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LF13 YUY have outstanding finance?

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