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VN13 NAU

2013 BMW K Series

Black Petrol 1293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

13,729 mi
Last recorded13,729 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW K Series17,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN13 NAU
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,293cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 13,729 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2024 13,082 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2023 12,495 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2022 11,660 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2020 11,164 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2020 11,164 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 May 2019 9,835 miles

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

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 2 Jun 2018 8,788 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 May 2017 7,357 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 27 May 2016 5,449 miles

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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VN13 NAU is a 2013 BMW K Series in Black with a 1,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 VN13 NAU, 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 VN13 NAU registered?

VN13 NAU is a 2013 BMW K Series, first registered on 31 May 2013.

Is VN13 NAU safe to buy?

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