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FL63 PFE

2013 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

113,623 mi
Last recorded113,623 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW 11864,054 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL63 PFE
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 113,623 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (d))

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

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output condensation on lens (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases pipe going into rear silencer has a split (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened rear of subframe (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 20 May 2026 113,623 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Upper Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (d))

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

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output condensation on lens (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases pipe going into rear silencer has a split (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened rear of subframe (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 May 2025 97,951 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged both sides (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

exhaust rear pipe has crack in it

Fail 19 May 2025 97,951 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged both sides (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Nearside side repeater light intensity slightly reduced

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

exhaust rear pipe has crack in it

Pass 17 May 2024 85,632 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged both sides (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 22 May 2023 74,967 miles

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

Front Valve stem slightly damaged both sides (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 19 May 2022 68,751 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45x17 run flat (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 18 May 2022 68,751 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45x17 run flat (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Sep 2020 65,332 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2019 55,743 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2019 55,743 miles

Front Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 13 Mar 2018 46,012 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2016 42,286 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Fail 14 Dec 2016 42,286 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

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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FL63 PFE is a 2013 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FL63 PFE, 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 FL63 PFE registered?

FL63 PFE is a 2013 BMW 118, first registered on 25 September 2013.

Is FL63 PFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL63 PFE shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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