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YG13 SYO

2013 BMW K Series

Black Petrol 1293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

71,263 mi
Last recorded71,263 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW K Series17,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG13 SYO
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,293cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 71,263 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2025 59,824 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2024 54,807 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 27 Feb 2024 54,807 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 6 Sep 2022 49,394 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 42,808 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 35,523 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Fail 16 Mar 2020 35,521 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Stop lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 18 Feb 2019 25,081 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 23,434 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2017 19,171 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 15,093 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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YG13 SYO is a 2013 BMW K Series in Black with a 1,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YG13 SYO, 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.

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What year was YG13 SYO registered?

YG13 SYO is a 2013 BMW K Series, first registered on 31 May 2013.

Is YG13 SYO safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG13 SYO shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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