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FH13 KPE

2013 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Feb 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

116,734 mi
Last recorded116,734 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW 11864,054 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH13 KPE
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2026 116,734 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2026 116,723 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 6 Feb 2025 112,335 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2024 106,935 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 104,227 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2022 96,009 miles

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

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Apr 2022 96,008 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2021 84,472 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2020 79,451 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 73,775 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2018 65,888 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 52,869 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Note; Front pads wearing thin. (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Note; Rear pads wearing thin. (3.5.1g)

How Reliable is the BMW 118?

Based on 1,923,256 MOT tests across 197,877 vehicles.

81.5%
Pass Rate
6,893
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
197,877
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33,763
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14,229
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 10,699
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,439
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 6,974
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FH13 KPE is a 2013 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2013 BMW 118 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 64,054 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 118 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 33,763 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FH13 KPE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 118 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 13 years old, this BMW 118 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FH13 KPE registered?

FH13 KPE is a 2013 BMW 118, first registered on 27 June 2013.

Is FH13 KPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH13 KPE shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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