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AB62 STU

2013 BMW 3 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Feb 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

109,684 mi
Last recorded109,684 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW 3 Series73,885 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB62 STU
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2026 109,684 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2025 102,835 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2025 102,831 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2024 98,002 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2023 87,721 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2022 78,429 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2021 70,420 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Jul 2019 63,542 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2018 58,061 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 47,015 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Jul 2016 34,327 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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AB62 STU is a 2013 BMW 3 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2013 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 73,885 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 AB62 STU, 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 13 years old, this BMW 3 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AB62 STU?

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What year was AB62 STU registered?

AB62 STU is a 2013 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 26 June 2013.

Is AB62 STU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AB62 STU shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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