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AF63 SVX

2013 BMW 3 Series

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

64,772 mi
Last recorded64,772 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 3 Series73,885 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF63 SVX
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 64,772 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 22 Aug 2024 58,980 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2024 58,964 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Sep 2023 55,874 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2022 47,243 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021 44,392 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2021 44,392 miles

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

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 27 Aug 2020 39,789 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 36,194 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2018 24,566 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 26 Aug 2017 12,695 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 8,291 miles

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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AF63 SVX is a 2013 BMW 3 Series in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AF63 SVX, 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

How do I check the history of AF63 SVX?

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What year was AF63 SVX registered?

AF63 SVX is a 2013 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 19 November 2013.

Is AF63 SVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF63 SVX shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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