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BU13 YAY

2013 BMW 118

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2023
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

61,371 mi
Last recorded61,371 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2022
Typical for 2013 BMW 11864,054 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU13 YAY
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2022 61,371 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 58,628 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 50,627 miles

front brake discs approaching limit for wear

Pass 29 Apr 2019 33,936 miles

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

Fail 29 Apr 2019 33,936 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Apr 2018 28,208 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 22,539 miles

both rear tyres wearing on edges

Pass 8 Apr 2016 16,377 miles

front axle tyre tread showing signs of deteriation. cracking of tread.

n/s rear tyre app limit worn on inner shoulder

Pass 28 Apr 2015 9,956 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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BU13 YAY is a 2013 BMW 118 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 BU13 YAY, 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 BU13 YAY registered?

BU13 YAY is a 2013 BMW 118, first registered on 22 March 2013.

Is BU13 YAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU13 YAY shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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