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YB13 BBK

2013 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

142,204 mi
Last recorded142,204 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 52585,608 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB13 BBK
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2025 142,204 miles

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 9 Jan 2024 136,440 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2022 131,592 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2021 127,207 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2020 121,044 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2020 121,044 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Jun 2019 98,663 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 90,096 miles

Nearside Rear suspension bumpstop deteriorated

Offside Rear suspension bumpstop deteriorated

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 May 2017 73,183 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 30 Jun 2016 54,589 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 525?

Based on 724,963 MOT tests across 56,965 vehicles.

74.4%
Pass Rate
7,259
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
56,965
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33,171
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 17,448
Brake pipe excessively corroded 16,227
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 10,065
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 9,710
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YB13 BBK is a 2013 BMW 525 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2013 BMW 525 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 85,608 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 525 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 33,171 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YB13 BBK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 525 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 13 years old, this BMW 525 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YB13 BBK registered?

YB13 BBK is a 2013 BMW 525, first registered on 27 June 2013.

Is YB13 BBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB13 BBK shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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