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BG63 ZPV

2013 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

130,469 mi
Last recorded130,469 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW 11864,054 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG63 ZPV
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2026 130,469 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Inner tyre has multiple cuts.

Fail 7 Jul 2026 130,467 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Emissions unable to be completed Exhaust silencer is missing. (8.2.2.2 (e))

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

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing wheel bolt. (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

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

Offside Rear Inner tyre has multiple cuts.

Pass 22 Jul 2025 121,661 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2024 106,016 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 16 Jul 2024 106,016 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

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

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Jul 2023 92,748 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 82,044 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 21 Sep 2021 73,272 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases section (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Sep 2020 56,426 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2020 55,139 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre inner edge

Pass 28 Nov 2018 51,308 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2017 47,659 miles

undertrays fitted not allowing inspection of some underside and engine bay components

Pass 29 Nov 2016 44,887 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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BG63 ZPV is a 2013 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 BG63 ZPV, 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 BG63 ZPV registered?

BG63 ZPV is a 2013 BMW 118, first registered on 12 December 2013.

Is BG63 ZPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG63 ZPV shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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