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FE63 VSJ

2013 BMW 116

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

124,836 mi
Last recorded124,836 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW 11664,950 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE63 VSJ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 124,836 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2025 114,747 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2024 106,666 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2023 100,858 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2022 90,652 miles

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

Fail 7 Jul 2022 90,652 miles

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

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jul 2021 82,001 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 71,201 miles

under trays and engine covers fitted obscuring full view of inspection.

Fail 14 Jul 2020 71,137 miles

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

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

under trays and engine covers fitted obscuring full view of inspection.

Pass 15 Aug 2019 67,693 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2018 62,737 miles

nsf tyre has cut in sidewall

Fail 17 Aug 2018 62,737 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

nsf tyre has cut in sidewall

Pass 21 Aug 2017 56,582 miles

under trays and engine covers fitted obscuring full view of inspection.

Pass 9 Sep 2016 43,449 miles

Front both wipers starting to smear

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

under-trays fitted obscuring some componants

Fail 9 Sep 2016 43,449 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Front both wipers starting to smear

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

under-trays fitted obscuring some componants

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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FE63 VSJ is a 2013 BMW 116 in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 FE63 VSJ, 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

How do I check the history of FE63 VSJ?

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What year was FE63 VSJ registered?

FE63 VSJ is a 2013 BMW 116, first registered on 19 September 2013.

Is FE63 VSJ safe to buy?

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