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CU63 UPJ

2013 BMW 116

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

91,336 mi
Last recorded91,336 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 11664,950 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU63 UPJ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 91,336 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2025 91,336 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2024 87,174 miles

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

Fail 1 Nov 2024 87,174 miles

Offside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 31 Oct 2023 81,790 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2022 76,106 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2022 76,106 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Oct 2021 69,849 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2021 69,849 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2020 63,793 miles

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

Fail 27 Oct 2020 63,793 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 1 Oct 2019 48,547 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2018 38,123 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 28,389 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 22,316 miles

Offside Rear Lamp cracked.

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

o/s/f puncture repaired.

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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CU63 UPJ is a 2013 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 CU63 UPJ, 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

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What year was CU63 UPJ registered?

CU63 UPJ is a 2013 BMW 116, first registered on 12 September 2013.

Is CU63 UPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU63 UPJ shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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