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AY13 XFF

2013 BMW 1 Series

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

139,044 mi
Last recorded139,044 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW 1 Series65,681 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY13 XFF
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 139,044 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 May 2025 130,311 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 19 May 2025 130,311 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure heavily worn (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Inner Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2024 121,786 miles
Pass 11 May 2023 113,952 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective smeary (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 11 May 2022 102,990 miles

engine cover/under-tray and sill covers fitted

Fail 11 May 2022 102,990 miles

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

engine cover/under-tray and sill covers fitted

Pass 22 May 2021 93,382 miles
Pass 21 May 2020 86,988 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 79,811 miles

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

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 6 Apr 2018 68,693 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 56,757 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 42,091 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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AY13 XFF is a 2013 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 AY13 XFF, 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 AY13 XFF registered?

AY13 XFF is a 2013 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 26 March 2013.

Is AY13 XFF safe to buy?

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