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AJ13 SYP

2013 BMW 116

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

86,944 mi
Last recorded86,944 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 11664,950 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ13 SYP
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 86,944 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 4 Feb 2025 82,226 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2024 79,060 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2023 76,221 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2022 71,752 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and deteriorated (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jan 2021 66,945 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2020 64,465 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2020 64,465 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Dec 2018 58,404 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2017 50,171 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2016 42,123 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 40,604 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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AJ13 SYP is a 2013 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 AJ13 SYP, 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

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What year was AJ13 SYP registered?

AJ13 SYP is a 2013 BMW 116, first registered on 7 August 2013.

Is AJ13 SYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ13 SYP shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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