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DE63 EWL

2013 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Dec 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

131,209 mi
Last recorded131,209 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 12065,625 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE63 EWL
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2025 131,209 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2025 131,209 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 Dec 2024 119,768 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2023 106,312 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2022 93,698 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2022 91,876 miles

Offside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 5 May 2021 78,890 miles

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Apr 2021 78,681 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Mar 2020 69,966 miles

Nearside Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt and offside rear ()

Fail 17 Mar 2020 69,966 miles

Nearside Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt and offside rear ()

Nearside Headlamp aim too high adjusted (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Mar 2019 61,095 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2018 50,213 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 46,412 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 29 Sep 2016 40,339 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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DE63 EWL is a 2013 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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

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 DE63 EWL, 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.

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What year was DE63 EWL registered?

DE63 EWL is a 2013 BMW 120, first registered on 30 September 2013.

Is DE63 EWL safe to buy?

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