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AF13 TWU

2013 BMW 1 Series

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2025
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

104,383 mi
Last recorded104,383 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2024
Typical for 2013 BMW 1 Series65,681 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF13 TWU
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2024 104,383 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 29 Aug 2024 104,343 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2023 89,146 miles

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

under tray fitted

Pass 22 Jun 2022 84,021 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

undertray fitted

Pass 22 Jun 2021 67,412 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 59,396 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2020 59,396 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2020 57,258 miles

Front Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Beginning to skip. (3.4 (b) (i))

Fuel cap seal cracking but not excessively.

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has some excess travel.

Pass 25 Mar 2019 45,616 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2019 45,616 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Nov 2018 41,822 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2018 41,819 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Fuel cap/sealing device missing cap missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 May 2018 33,914 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 27,613 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 21,053 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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AF13 TWU is a 2013 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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

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 AF13 TWU, 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.

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What year was AF13 TWU registered?

AF13 TWU is a 2013 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 25 March 2013.

Is AF13 TWU safe to buy?

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