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AO13 DWL

2013 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

114,987 mi
Last recorded114,987 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW 1 Series65,681 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO13 DWL
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2026 114,987 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2025 109,248 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2023 105,895 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides inner (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Fail 13 Sep 2023 105,895 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides inner (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 18 Feb 2022 98,407 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2021 89,646 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2021 89,645 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 30 Jan 2020 84,576 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2019 78,779 miles

Offside Front slight play in steering

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside front & both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Feb 2018 68,762 miles

Nearside Front tyre badly perished

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

rear wiper blade split

Fail 6 Feb 2018 68,762 miles

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

Nearside Front tyre badly perished

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

rear wiper blade split

Pass 20 Feb 2017 52,441 miles

oil level low

Pass 26 Feb 2016 34,674 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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AO13 DWL is a 2013 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 AO13 DWL, 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

How do I check the history of AO13 DWL?

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What year was AO13 DWL registered?

AO13 DWL is a 2013 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 29 April 2013.

Is AO13 DWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO13 DWL shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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