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DL13 JFE

2013 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

67,741 mi
Last recorded67,741 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 11664,950 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDL13 JFE
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 67,741 miles

Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

Pass 20 Nov 2024 67,120 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2023 65,767 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2023 65,767 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Nov 2022 61,832 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2022 61,832 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Nov 2021 58,118 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2020 54,810 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 20 Nov 2020 54,810 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 20 Nov 2019 51,283 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2018 46,888 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 45,383 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 34,469 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 25,794 miles

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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DL13 JFE is a 2013 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 DL13 JFE, 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 DL13 JFE registered?

DL13 JFE is a 2013 BMW 116, first registered on 15 July 2013.

Is DL13 JFE safe to buy?

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