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AE13 WFJ

2013 BMW 3 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2024
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

151,952 mi
Last recorded151,952 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2023
Typical for 2013 BMW 3 Series73,885 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE13 WFJ
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2023 151,952 miles

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

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

undertrays fitted

Pass 21 Apr 2022 150,710 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2021 149,080 miles

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nsf & osf(frnt inner) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

undertray fitted frnt to back

Pass 22 Apr 2020 144,150 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2019 140,274 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 136,234 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 120,020 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 106,129 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2016 106,129 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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 WFJ is a 2013 BMW 3 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 AE13 WFJ, 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 WFJ registered?

AE13 WFJ is a 2013 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 19 March 2013.

Is AE13 WFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE13 WFJ shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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