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FH13 VCT

2013 BMW 116

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

162,958 mi
Last recorded162,958 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 11664,950 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH13 VCT
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 162,958 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2024 134,660 miles

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

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

slight knock from steering rack possible plastic pre tensioner bush

Pass 15 Sep 2023 125,758 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2022 117,674 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 110,037 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Sep 2021 109,985 miles

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Sep 2020 103,250 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2019 91,964 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2019 91,963 miles

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

Fail 21 Sep 2019 91,963 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 12 Oct 2018 75,891 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2017 50,006 miles

Both rear tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 13 Oct 2016 25,477 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 24,745 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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FH13 VCT is a 2013 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 FH13 VCT, 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 FH13 VCT registered?

FH13 VCT is a 2013 BMW 116, first registered on 19 July 2013.

Is FH13 VCT safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH13 VCT shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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