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DP13 NPC

2013 BMW 118

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

135,972 mi
Last recorded135,972 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 11864,054 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDP13 NPC
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 135,972 miles

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

Fail 21 Oct 2025 135,972 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2024 127,775 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2023 116,232 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2022 108,055 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Nearside Front tyre has had outer side wall repair [not recommended]

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Aug 2021 101,482 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect oil mist (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect oil mist (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Aug 2020 92,685 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2019 82,691 miles

N/s/f tyre has sidewall repair

N/s/r tyre has cut in tread but not yet deep enough to reach cords

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin V close to wear indicator. Brake discs also lipped (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 16 Aug 2018 65,710 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 48,426 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Jul 2016 28,748 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 14,951 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 14,756 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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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DP13 NPC is a 2013 BMW 118 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 DP13 NPC, 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 DP13 NPC registered?

DP13 NPC is a 2013 BMW 118, first registered on 31 July 2013.

Is DP13 NPC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DP13 NPC shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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