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AK13 PPU

2013 BMW 1 Series

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

84,813 mi
Last recorded84,813 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 1 Series65,681 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK13 PPU
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 84,813 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 8 Oct 2024 79,257 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2023 73,605 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Sep 2022 68,736 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2022 68,736 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Oct 2021 62,923 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 56,557 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2019 49,450 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 43,853 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 38,535 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2016 34,964 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 31,593 miles

Offside rear seatbelt not checked due to childseat

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 PPU is a 2013 BMW 1 Series in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 PPU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK13 PPU registered?

AK13 PPU is a 2013 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 10 June 2013.

Is AK13 PPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK13 PPU 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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