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FD13 LXB

2013 BMW 116

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

157,711 mi
Last recorded157,711 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 11664,950 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD13 LXB
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 157,711 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 147,170 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2024 147,170 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Aug 2023 139,851 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2023 139,647 miles

Front Position lamp not working X2 (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn LOWER FRONT X2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 22 Jun 2022 128,343 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2021 120,034 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 117,579 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2020 117,579 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 May 2019 115,087 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 113,282 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 106,152 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 88,221 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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FD13 LXB is a 2013 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 FD13 LXB, 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 FD13 LXB registered?

FD13 LXB is a 2013 BMW 116, first registered on 11 June 2013.

Is FD13 LXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD13 LXB shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FD13 LXB have outstanding finance?

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