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AK05 ALG

2013 BMW 118

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

114,882 mi
Last recorded114,882 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 11864,054 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK05 ALG
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2025 114,882 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2024 92,656 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2024 92,233 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 16 Sep 2023 80,514 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 5 Sep 2022 66,873 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2021 57,930 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2021 55,286 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2020 51,034 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2019 43,124 miles

wiper blades starting to deterioate

Pass 29 Jan 2018 33,095 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 24,080 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 118?

Based on 1,923,256 MOT tests across 197,877 vehicles.

81.5%
Pass Rate
6,893
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
197,877
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33,763
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14,229
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 10,699
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,439
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 6,974
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AK05 ALG is a 2013 BMW 118 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2013 BMW 118 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 64,054 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 118 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 33,763 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AK05 ALG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 118 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 13 years old, this BMW 118 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK05 ALG registered?

AK05 ALG is a 2013 BMW 118, first registered on 30 December 2013.

Is AK05 ALG safe to buy?

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