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A20 DCX

2013 BMW 316

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jan 2027
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

95,607 mi
Last recorded95,607 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW 31665,769 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA20 DCX
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2026 95,607 miles

Covers + Shields Fitted

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both Sides (5.3.2 (d))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone Chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 8 Jan 2026 95,607 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light Showing White Light to Rear Due to Broken Lens (4.5.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light Showing White Light to Rear Due to Broken Lens (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Coolant Low Warning Message Illuminated

Covers + Shields Fitted

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both Sides (5.3.2 (d))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone Chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Handbrake Light on

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 20 Dec 2024 86,682 miles

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light BOTH REARS (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity BOTH REARS (4.2.3 (b) (i))

Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced BOTH REARS (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2023 79,353 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2022 71,095 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 19 Nov 2022 71,077 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Nov 2021 62,033 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2021 62,033 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Nov 2020 53,297 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 44,304 miles
Fail 6 May 2019 44,302 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Oct 2018 66,455 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 55,906 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2017 55,906 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Sep 2016 28,876 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2016 28,876 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the BMW 316?

Based on 1,210,990 MOT tests across 108,989 vehicles.

69.2%
Pass Rate
5,781
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
108,989
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 71,150
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 70,761
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 45,241
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 39,617
parking brake recording little or no effort 33,703
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A20 DCX is a 2013 BMW 316 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2013 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 65,769 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 316 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 71,150 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A20 DCX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 316 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 13 years old, this BMW 316 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A20 DCX registered?

A20 DCX is a 2013 BMW 316, first registered on 30 September 2013.

Is A20 DCX safe to buy?

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