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DE63 XAM

2013 BMW 118

Bronze Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

157,506 mi
Last recorded157,506 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW 11864,054 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE63 XAM
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2013
ColourBronze
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 23 Mar 2026 157,506 miles

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

Coil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

under trays fitted

Pass 3 Mar 2025 142,093 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Obligatory indirect vision device slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2024 133,526 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2023 125,714 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2022 121,078 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2021 115,237 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2020 110,049 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Feb 2019 101,190 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 93,281 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 79,850 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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DE63 XAM is a 2013 BMW 118 in Bronze with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DE63 XAM, 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 DE63 XAM registered?

DE63 XAM is a 2013 BMW 118, first registered on 20 November 2013.

Is DE63 XAM safe to buy?

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