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AE13 LUA

2013 BMW 1 Series

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

82,166 mi
Last recorded82,166 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW 1 Series65,681 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE13 LUA
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 82,166 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2025 81,017 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

Pass 2 Aug 2024 78,057 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2023 75,324 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output condensation (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear parking brake slow

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 26 Aug 2022 72,417 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 67,664 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

washers weak

Pass 26 Aug 2020 60,965 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 51,903 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive coolant ,rear of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 May 2018 44,033 miles

front disc pitted [both]

under tray fitted

Fail 21 May 2018 44,033 miles

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

front disc pitted [both]

under tray fitted

Pass 8 Mar 2017 38,131 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 29,063 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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AE13 LUA is a 2013 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 AE13 LUA, 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 AE13 LUA registered?

AE13 LUA is a 2013 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 2 March 2013.

Is AE13 LUA safe to buy?

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