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2013 BMW 3 Series 3.0L Diesel · YK13 AAZ

YK13 AAZ

2013 BMW 3 Series (3.0L, diesel). First registered 01 Mar 2013. Recorded mileage 92,093 miles. MOT valid until 11 Feb 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model
BMW 3 SERIES
Year / Origin
2013 · Leeds
Safety Recall
Recall Notice
MOT Status
Valid until 11 Feb 2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
92,093 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 3.0L
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Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

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MOT Status
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Valid until 11 Feb 2027
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2013
Engine
2993cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle presents in a stable roadworthiness condition, showing a clean mechanical record over the last three years. The most recent test conducted in February 2026 at 92,093 miles passed with no defects recorded, indicating that the mechanical and structural integrity improved following a failure in early 2023. This transition from a failure to three consecutive clean passes suggests that the previous owner addressed identified issues promptly and maintained the vehicle to a high standard. The mileage pattern is consistent with a low-use vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 7,000 miles per year. There is a notable gap in usage between March 2023 and February 2024, where the car covered only 1,765 miles, followed by a more active period of 13,543 miles between 2024 and February 2026. This fluctuating usage can sometimes lead to age-related degradation of rubber components and seals, but the consistent annual MOT testing suggests the vehicle has maintained a regular inspection schedule despite the varying intervals. While the digital record is currently clean, a buyer should focus their physical inspection on components common to the BMW 3 Series of this era. Given the vehicle has 13 years of age, checking for signs of corrosion on the subframe and suspension arms is essential, as these often show wear regardless of mileage. The buyer should also inspect brake discs for uneven wear and check bushings for cracking, as lower mileage can sometimes cause rubber to perish over time. The lack of advisories in the most recent test is a positive sign, but a manual check of the cooling system and fluid integrity remains necessary to ensure no hidden leaks are developing between test cycles.
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YK13 AAZ Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
  • Latest MOT passed on 12/02/2026
  • 92,093 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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YK13 AAZ MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 10 Sept 2026, 11:07
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2013 BMW 3 Series (YK13 AAZ) between March 2023 and February 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 12 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

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YK13 AAZ Mileage History

  1. 29/03/202376,785 mi
  2. 30/03/202376,785 mi
  3. 10/02/202478,550 mi+1,765 mi
  4. 20/01/202584,738 mi+6,188 mi
  5. 12/02/202692,093 mi+7,355 mi

Average of roughly 5,320 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges
Recall Notice Outstanding

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
70
/ 100 · Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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