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BU63 AXF

2013 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jan 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

103,285 mi
Last recorded103,285 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW 12065,625 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU63 AXF
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2026 103,285 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated upper gaiter (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 9 Jan 2025 94,641 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively o/s and n/s (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively o/s and n/s (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 28 Sep 2023 92,570 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2022 88,235 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2021 83,402 miles

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

Under trays fitted obscuring testable items

Fail 1 Oct 2021 83,402 miles

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

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

Under trays fitted obscuring testable items

Pass 12 Sep 2020 78,274 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) offside worse ()

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

Pass 2 Apr 2019 59,180 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 51,810 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jul 2017 40,506 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 26,733 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 120?

Based on 872,714 MOT tests across 63,112 vehicles.

79.7%
Pass Rate
6,996
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
63,112
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 22,169
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 8,562
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 6,681
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,273
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 5,042
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BU63 AXF is a 2013 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2013 BMW 120 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 65,625 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 120 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 22,169 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU63 AXF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 120 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 13 years old, this BMW 120 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU63 AXF registered?

BU63 AXF is a 2013 BMW 120, first registered on 26 September 2013.

Is BU63 AXF safe to buy?

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