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YF13 ZVU

2013 BMW 525

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Mar 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

78,172 mi
Last recorded78,172 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW 52585,608 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF13 ZVU
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 78,172 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Mar 2025 75,978 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2025 75,973 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer sidewall feathered excessively (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Nearside and offside (3.5 (a))

Pass 12 Mar 2024 73,305 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Mar 2023 70,067 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2022 67,569 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2022 67,569 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm WORN DOWN TO CORDS (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure OUT OF SHAPE AND BALD ON INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Mar 2021 64,553 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 10 Mar 2021 64,547 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Mar 2020 62,796 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2019 53,448 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 50,071 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2018 50,071 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Jun 2017 42,162 miles

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

under tray fitted

Pass 15 Jun 2016 28,232 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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YF13 ZVU is a 2013 BMW 525 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YF13 ZVU, 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 YF13 ZVU registered?

YF13 ZVU is a 2013 BMW 525, first registered on 27 June 2013.

Is YF13 ZVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF13 ZVU shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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