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BN63 VDR

2013 BMW 116

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Dec 2026
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

75,521 mi
Last recorded75,521 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 11664,950 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN63 VDR
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 75,521 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Nov 2025 75,471 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2024 72,330 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2023 69,568 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2023 69,568 miles

Offside Direction indicator not working mirror indicator (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Dec 2022 66,461 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2022 66,461 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2021 63,380 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2021 63,380 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2020 60,462 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2020 60,462 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2019 57,826 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2018 53,257 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2017 47,192 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 29 Oct 2016 40,013 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 19 Sep 2016 38,211 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

n/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

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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BN63 VDR is a 2013 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BN63 VDR, 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

How do I check the history of BN63 VDR?

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What year was BN63 VDR registered?

BN63 VDR is a 2013 BMW 116, first registered on 30 September 2013.

Is BN63 VDR safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN63 VDR shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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