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AO13 HBU

2013 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

59,712 mi
Last recorded59,712 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW 1 Series65,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO13 HBU
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 59,712 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn outer edge + stone cut (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Jun 2025 57,168 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2024 54,179 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2024 54,179 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 24 Jun 2023 51,273 miles

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 27 Jun 2022 48,308 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2022 48,308 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jul 2021 45,535 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 41,582 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn almost bald/thin on outer edge. Tyre has also been kerbed. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Apr 2019 36,780 miles

Both front tyres been kerbed.

Nearside Front Tyre worn almost bald on outer edge and worn on inner.

Offside Front Tyre wearing on edges

Pass 21 Apr 2018 32,115 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 27,067 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2017 27,067 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 31 Mar 2016 19,489 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 HBU is a 2013 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 HBU, 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 AO13 HBU registered?

AO13 HBU is a 2013 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 28 April 2013.

Is AO13 HBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO13 HBU shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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