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VK13 CYS

2013 BMW K Series

Grey Petrol 1649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2025
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

49,963 mi
Last recorded49,963 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW K Series17,828 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK13 CYS
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,649cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Fail 29 Mar 2025 49,963 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 12 Apr 2024 43,648 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 19 Mar 2022 36,607 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Mar 2021 26,096 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Mar 2020 17,741 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2019 10,014 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 9,733 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 8,985 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Apr 2016 7,566 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2016 7,566 miles

Rear Brake pipe union leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

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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VK13 CYS is a 2013 BMW K Series in Grey with a 1,649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2013 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.0% with a typical mileage of 17,828 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 VK13 CYS, 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 13 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 VK13 CYS registered?

VK13 CYS is a 2013 BMW K Series, first registered on 16 April 2013.

Is VK13 CYS safe to buy?

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