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AF13 TYP

2013 BMW 1 Series

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jul 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

142,007 mi
Last recorded142,007 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW 1 Series65,681 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF13 TYP
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2026 142,007 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2025 124,202 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 17 Jul 2025 124,202 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 19 Jul 2024 108,623 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2023 99,197 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2022 92,076 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2021 80,627 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Oct 2020 64,101 miles

Driver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 8 Oct 2020 64,101 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Driver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Oct 2019 51,074 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and wearing low on outer shoulder (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and wearing low on outer shoulder (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 29 Oct 2019 51,074 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and wearing low on outer shoulder (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and wearing low on outer shoulder (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Dec 2018 48,739 miles

nearside front tyre worn low on outer tread, slight outer sidewall damage

Fail 8 Dec 2018 48,739 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

nearside front tyre worn low on outer tread, slight outer sidewall damage

Pass 17 Nov 2017 39,638 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2016 29,837 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2016 27,670 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 25,917 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 TYP is a 2013 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 TYP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AF13 TYP registered?

AF13 TYP is a 2013 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 28 March 2013.

Is AF13 TYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF13 TYP shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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