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AE13 VZM

2013 BMW 3 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

122,685 mi
Last recorded122,685 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW 3 Series73,885 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE13 VZM
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 122,685 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2025 115,256 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2024 107,472 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2023 97,735 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2022 87,007 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2021 74,278 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2020 67,723 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 56,948 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2019 56,945 miles

Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Mar 2018 45,072 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 32,907 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2016 23,219 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 VZM is a 2013 BMW 3 Series in White with a 1,995cc diesel 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 VZM, 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 AE13 VZM?

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What year was AE13 VZM registered?

AE13 VZM is a 2013 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 5 March 2013.

Is AE13 VZM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE13 VZM 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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