BMW Hp4 (2013)
2013 BMW Hp4
CarHunch analysed 214 real MOT records for the 2013 BMW Hp4. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2013 BMW HP4 struggles at MOT, with a first-time pass rate of just 65.4% against the UK average of 80%—that's a significant gap suggesting these bikes need more attention to stay legal. The dangerous defect rate of 1.9% is reassuringly low, so while they fail more often, the failures aren't typically safety-critical.
These HP4s are running light at 7,339 miles median (well below typical for age), which means most haven't seen hard use, yet they still average 0.39 failures and 1.1 advisories per test—a sign that maintenance and condition matter more than mileage here. Before buying, have a pre-purchase inspection done by a BMW specialist, because the pass rate tells you these bikes need meticulous upkeep to pass.
What to check before buying a 2013 BMW Hp4
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (100%) | 213 | 65.2% | 0.39 |
| Other (0%) | 1 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2013 BMW Hp4 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2013 BMW Hp4 vehicles fall between 4,020 and 12,294 miles.
2013 BMW Hp4 — Still on the Road
84 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 74% of the peak remain.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2016–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2013 BMW Hp4
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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35.3%
Exhaust noisy
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28.6%
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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20%
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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16.5%
Rear reflector missing
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10.6%
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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10.2%
Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort
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10.2%
Exhaust noisy
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9%
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2013. Counts include advisories and failures.
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