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A13 UBX

1993 BMW 3 Series

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

99,692 mi
Last recorded99,692 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 1993 BMW 3 Series121,886 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA13 UBX
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 99,692 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2024 99,621 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2023 99,318 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2022 98,512 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2022 97,789 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 6 Feb 2021 97,930 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 96,994 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 96,394 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2018 96,394 miles

Front Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 Aug 2017 95,675 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 94,846 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 92,800 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 91,819 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 9 Jul 2010 91,819 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2010 91,819 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Fail 5 Jun 2008 91,819 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Jun 2008 91,819 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 91,819 miles
Pass 4 May 2005 86,286 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 3 Series?

Based on 12,840,406 MOT tests across 1,004,285 vehicles.

75.1%
Pass Rate
6,672
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,004,285
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 485,475
Brake pipe excessively corroded 323,327
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 253,205
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 185,099
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 182,360
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A13 UBX is a 1993 BMW 3 Series in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 1993 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.7% with a typical mileage of 121,886 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 3 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 485,475 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A13 UBX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 3 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 33 years old, this BMW 3 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A13 UBX?

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What year was A13 UBX registered?

A13 UBX is a 1993 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 26 April 1993.

Is A13 UBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for A13 UBX shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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