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BX63 VUB

2013 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Mar 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

73,587 mi
Last recorded73,587 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW 12065,625 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX63 VUB
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 73,587 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and offside front arm bushes cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside and offside rear shock absorber dust covers loose

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Discs scored / corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 27 Feb 2026 73,587 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and offside front arm bushes cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside and offside rear shock absorber dust covers loose

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Discs scored / corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Feb 2025 69,827 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and offside front arm bushes cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorber dust cover loose

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Discs scored / corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective Worn down to plastic (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2024 67,071 miles

Nearside Rear Shock dust cover insecure

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Nearside and offside ()

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Discs scored / corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Feb 2023 63,187 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear brake discs pitted/corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear bump stop/shock shroud insecure

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

Pass 8 Mar 2022 57,319 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) knock when shacking steering wheel on hard standing ()

nearside rear shock absorber shroud is insecure

Fail 4 Mar 2022 57,233 miles

Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2021 47,967 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2020 40,588 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 34,479 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2017 28,043 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 20,811 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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BX63 VUB is a 2013 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BX63 VUB, 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 BX63 VUB registered?

BX63 VUB is a 2013 BMW 120, first registered on 28 September 2013.

Is BX63 VUB safe to buy?

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