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AE63 VSO

2013 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

116,871 mi
Last recorded116,871 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 11664,950 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE63 VSO
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 116,871 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2m also worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 27 Aug 2025 116,807 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2m also worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Aug 2024 103,058 miles

Nearside Front Outer 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))

Fail 29 Aug 2024 103,058 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Outer 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))

Pass 17 Aug 2023 90,566 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 26 Aug 2022 83,880 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 26 Aug 2022 83,880 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Sep 2021 74,166 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 1 Sep 2020 67,752 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 62,223 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 53,883 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2018 53,883 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 25 Aug 2017 44,850 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 38,224 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2016 38,224 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour lens broken (1.1.A.3e)

How Reliable is the BMW 116?

Based on 1,638,388 MOT tests across 141,314 vehicles.

80.9%
Pass Rate
6,730
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
141,314
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 24,729
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 9,380
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,330
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AE63 VSO is a 2013 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2013 BMW 116 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 64,950 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW 116 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 24,729 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE63 VSO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 116 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 13 years old, this BMW 116 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AE63 VSO?

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What year was AE63 VSO registered?

AE63 VSO is a 2013 BMW 116, first registered on 30 September 2013.

Is AE63 VSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE63 VSO shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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