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AE13 FEP

2013 BMW 3 Series

Grey Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

27,630 mi
Last recorded27,630 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW 3 Series73,885 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE13 FEP
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 27,630 miles

Undertrays fitted, Full inspection not carried out.

Pass 1 May 2025 27,423 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2024 27,338 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2023 27,252 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear tyre worn inner edge

Offside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

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

Fail 6 Jan 2023 27,252 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear tyre worn inner edge

Offside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 12 Dec 2021 26,011 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2020 24,577 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 19,922 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 16,663 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 13,985 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 10,241 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 6 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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AE13 FEP is a 2013 BMW 3 Series in Grey with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 AE13 FEP, 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

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What year was AE13 FEP registered?

AE13 FEP is a 2013 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 26 April 2013.

Is AE13 FEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE13 FEP shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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