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AJ13 TEO

2013 BMW 3 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jul 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

113,019 mi
Last recorded113,019 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW 3 Series73,885 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ13 TEO
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 113,019 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 26 Jun 2026 113,016 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Offside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

ENGINE COVER FITTED

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Pass 14 Jun 2025 106,204 miles

ENGINE COVER FITTED

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Steering system slightly rough NOISY STEERING RACK (2.1.1 (a))

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Pass 19 Jun 2024 99,520 miles

ENGINE COVER FITTED

Steering system slightly rough SUSPECT STEERING RACK (2.1.1 (a))

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Pass 22 Jun 2023 96,071 miles

ENGINE COVER FITTED

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Pass 6 Jul 2022 93,455 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 86,456 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 81,923 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 72,985 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2018 63,244 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2017 55,033 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 45,501 miles

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

Fail 18 Jul 2016 45,496 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords cut in tread (4.1.D.1a)

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

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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AJ13 TEO is a 2013 BMW 3 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 AJ13 TEO, 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

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What year was AJ13 TEO registered?

AJ13 TEO is a 2013 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 8 August 2013.

Is AJ13 TEO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ13 TEO shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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