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AD59 EMM

2013 BMW 1 Series

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

101,376 mi
Last recorded101,376 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 1 Series65,681 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD59 EMM
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2025 101,376 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel N/S and O/S STEERING ARMS slight play (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2024 96,514 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Scratches to windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Jul 2024 96,513 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Scratches to windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2023 92,764 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective condensated (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Jul 2022 87,988 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2021 80,092 miles

chip in screen

Pass 13 Jul 2020 73,041 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 65,561 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2019 61,540 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 21 Jan 2019 61,532 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 15 Jan 2018 53,074 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 46,000 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 38,301 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 1 Series?

Based on 985,320 MOT tests across 97,716 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
6,872
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
97,716
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 11,465
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4,886
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 4,140
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AD59 EMM is a 2013 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2013 BMW 1 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 65,681 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 1 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 11,465 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AD59 EMM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 1 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 13 years old, this BMW 1 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AD59 EMM registered?

AD59 EMM is a 2013 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 31 January 2013.

Is AD59 EMM safe to buy?

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