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BD13 VGJ

2013 BMW 116

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

26,223 mi
Last recorded26,223 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 11664,950 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD13 VGJ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 26,223 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective water ingress (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2024 24,329 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2023 22,790 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2022 21,114 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 16 Nov 2022 21,114 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 10 Nov 2021 18,727 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2020 17,537 miles

Offside Front inner steering arm slight play

under tray and engine cover fitted obstructing components

Pass 14 Jun 2019 15,566 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.9mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.4mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Jun 2018 14,029 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 11,676 miles

front tyres starting to wear on edges

Pass 14 Jun 2016 7,616 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 116?

Based on 1,638,388 MOT tests across 141,314 vehicles.

80.9%
Pass Rate
6,730
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
141,314
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 24,729
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 9,380
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,330
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BD13 VGJ is a 2013 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2013 BMW 116 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 64,950 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 116 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 24,729 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BD13 VGJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 116 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 13 years old, this BMW 116 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BD13 VGJ registered?

BD13 VGJ is a 2013 BMW 116, first registered on 28 June 2013.

Is BD13 VGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD13 VGJ 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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