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AV63 WAE

2013 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

144,104 mi
Last recorded144,104 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 11864,054 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV63 WAE
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 144,104 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2025 144,104 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 22 Nov 2024 129,013 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 22 Nov 2024 129,013 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Nov 2023 115,772 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2023 115,772 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Nov 2022 102,872 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2021 88,346 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.7mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.74mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 18 Nov 2021 88,345 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.7mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.7mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.74mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.7mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Nov 2020 77,677 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))

Pass 22 Nov 2019 67,743 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin borderline (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 22 Nov 2019 67,743 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin borderline (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 23 Nov 2018 53,285 miles

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

Fail 23 Nov 2018 53,285 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Nov 2017 38,314 miles

Nearside Rear tyre has cut in but no cords showing at time of test

Rear Both tyres at 2.5mm

Pass 4 Nov 2016 22,097 miles

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

Fail 4 Nov 2016 22,097 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

How Reliable is the BMW 118?

Based on 1,923,256 MOT tests across 197,877 vehicles.

81.5%
Pass Rate
6,893
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
197,877
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33,763
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14,229
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 10,699
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,439
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 6,974
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AV63 WAE is a 2013 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

Across all 2013 BMW 118 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 64,054 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 118 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 33,763 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AV63 WAE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 118 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 13 years old, this BMW 118 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AV63 WAE registered?

AV63 WAE is a 2013 BMW 118, first registered on 29 November 2013.

Is AV63 WAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV63 WAE shows 17 tests with a 58.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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