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AF13 MDZ

2013 BMW 3 Series

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

165,611 mi
Last recorded165,611 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW 3 Series73,885 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF13 MDZ
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 165,611 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 29 Jan 2025 156,350 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Feb 2024 148,115 miles

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

Fail 1 Feb 2024 148,115 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jan 2023 131,309 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2022 12,747 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2021 112,860 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2020 103,566 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2019 93,469 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2018 81,173 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2018 81,173 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Jan 2017 70,683 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2017 70,683 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 27 Jan 2016 40,420 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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AF13 MDZ is a 2013 BMW 3 Series in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AF13 MDZ, 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.

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What year was AF13 MDZ registered?

AF13 MDZ is a 2013 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 28 March 2013.

Is AF13 MDZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF13 MDZ shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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