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AR05 JAX

2013 BMW 1 Series

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

51,529 mi
Last recorded51,529 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 1 Series65,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAR05 JAX
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2025 51,529 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2024 46,619 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2024 46,619 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 15 Mar 2023 40,830 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 3 Feb 2022 40,415 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 28 Jan 2021 35,854 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2020 34,741 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 33,091 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 30,637 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 26,167 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2016 24,961 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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AR05 JAX is a 2013 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 AR05 JAX, 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 AR05 JAX?

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What year was AR05 JAX registered?

AR05 JAX is a 2013 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 11 April 2013.

Is AR05 JAX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AR05 JAX shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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