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FD13 LWC

2013 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Feb 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

155,404 mi
Last recorded155,404 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW 11664,950 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD13 LWC
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 155,404 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively all (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Feb 2026 155,404 miles

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

Position lamp switch insecure (4.2.2 (b))

Brake disc worn, but not excessively all (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jan 2025 152,703 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2024 149,842 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Jan 2023 148,889 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Jan 2022 147,678 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jan 2021 142,706 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 137,990 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 133,101 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 114,035 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Jun 2016 89,844 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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FD13 LWC is a 2013 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,598cc 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 FD13 LWC, 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.

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What year was FD13 LWC registered?

FD13 LWC is a 2013 BMW 116, first registered on 14 June 2013.

Is FD13 LWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD13 LWC 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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