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AK13 FMP

2013 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

132,765 mi
Last recorded132,765 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW 1 Series65,681 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK13 FMP
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 132,765 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2025 122,067 miles
Pass 23 May 2024 109,024 miles
Pass 11 May 2023 105,407 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 9 May 2023 105,407 miles

Electronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 May 2022 95,865 miles
Fail 16 May 2022 95,865 miles

Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 16 May 2022 95,863 miles

Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Apr 2021 41,732 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 81,262 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2019 70,864 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 60,845 miles
Fail 29 May 2018 60,843 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner/outer (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 1 Mar 2017 54,824 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Tray fitted under vehicle

Pass 18 Mar 2016 47,805 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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AK13 FMP is a 2013 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 AK13 FMP, 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.

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What year was AK13 FMP registered?

AK13 FMP is a 2013 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 2 May 2013.

Is AK13 FMP safe to buy?

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