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BB12 VJB

2013 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Oct 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

110,131 mi
Last recorded110,131 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 11864,054 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBB12 VJB
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 17 Sep 2025 110,131 miles

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

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

under-trays fitted

Pass 24 Sep 2024 108,233 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective smearing (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective smearing (3.4 (b) (i))

under-trays fitted

Pass 4 Oct 2023 106,592 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2022 106,375 miles

Nearside Front Tyre; worn to inside

Offside Front Tyre; worn to inside & smooth to outer edge

Pass 20 Aug 2021 102,338 miles

Nearside Front Tyre; worn to inner edge

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material after 1st hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre; worn to outer edge

Pass 7 Aug 2020 101,931 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))

Pass 13 Aug 2019 94,751 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Aug 2018 81,518 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 61,414 miles

Front Discs; slightly worn

Front Tyres; Both; tread low to edges

Pass 31 Aug 2016 46,362 miles

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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BB12 VJB is a 2013 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 BB12 VJB, 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 BB12 VJB registered?

BB12 VJB is a 2013 BMW 118, first registered on 4 September 2013.

Is BB12 VJB safe to buy?

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