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AM63 AVA

2013 BMW 116

Red Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

131,233 mi
Last recorded131,233 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 11664,950 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM63 AVA
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 131,233 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2024 121,194 miles

both rear Tyres getting low on tread.

Pass 5 Oct 2023 109,692 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2022 99,955 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 90,359 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2020 81,922 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 29 Sep 2020 81,922 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 5 Sep 2019 75,295 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WEARING ON EDGES (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WEARING ON EDGES (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Sep 2018 68,672 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 19 Sep 2017 61,530 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 58,620 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 58,620 miles

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

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

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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AM63 AVA is a 2013 BMW 116 in Red 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 AM63 AVA, 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 AM63 AVA registered?

AM63 AVA is a 2013 BMW 116, first registered on 30 September 2013.

Is AM63 AVA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM63 AVA 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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