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AR60 ZAC

2013 BMW 1 Series

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

82,122 mi
Last recorded82,122 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW 1 Series65,681 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAR60 ZAC
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 82,122 miles
Pass 9 May 2025 77,379 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 3 May 2024 70,415 miles

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

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

Fail 3 May 2024 70,415 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 May 2023 62,904 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2022 60,919 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 28 Sep 2021 53,216 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 47,254 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 39,306 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer edge wear (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer edge wear (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 26 Sep 2018 26,454 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Nov 2017 18,133 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 13,619 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Wearing on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Wearing on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

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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AR60 ZAC is a 2013 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 2,979cc petrol 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 AR60 ZAC, 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 AR60 ZAC?

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What year was AR60 ZAC registered?

AR60 ZAC is a 2013 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 28 March 2013.

Is AR60 ZAC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AR60 ZAC 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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