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EA13 HMU

2013 BMW 116

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2025
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

104,816 mi
Last recorded104,816 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2024
Typical for 2013 BMW 11664,950 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA13 HMU
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2024 104,816 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON 1.6MM (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Aug 2023 99,087 miles

Coolant leak ()

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

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

under trays and covers fitted unable to access all testable items

Fail 25 Aug 2023 99,087 miles

Coolant leak ()

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

under trays and covers fitted unable to access all testable items

Pass 9 Aug 2022 87,203 miles

under trays and covers fitted unable to access all testable items

Fail 9 Aug 2022 87,203 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

under trays and covers fitted unable to access all testable items

Pass 24 Aug 2021 74,825 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 65,376 miles

Front both near and offside tyres worn on outer edges

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inside sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear both near and offside tyres are worn smooth on inside edges

Pass 27 Aug 2019 55,991 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2019 55,991 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 15 Mar 2018 44,460 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 39,551 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 30,461 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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EA13 HMU is a 2013 BMW 116 in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 EA13 HMU, 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 EA13 HMU registered?

EA13 HMU is a 2013 BMW 116, first registered on 24 August 2013.

Is EA13 HMU safe to buy?

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