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DS63 ZGM

2013 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Dec 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

116,520 mi
Last recorded116,520 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 11664,950 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS63 ZGM
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 116,520 miles

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

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 27 Nov 2024 116,501 miles

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

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 29 Nov 2023 115,522 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2022 113,853 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2021 112,167 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2020 111,606 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2019 111,218 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2019 111,218 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2018 100,162 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2017 81,215 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2016 63,205 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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DS63 ZGM is a 2013 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 DS63 ZGM, 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 DS63 ZGM registered?

DS63 ZGM is a 2013 BMW 116, first registered on 22 December 2013.

Is DS63 ZGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS63 ZGM shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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