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FM13 BWX

2013 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

120,992 mi
Last recorded120,992 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 12065,625 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM13 BWX
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 120,992 miles

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

Wheel bearing has slight play o/s rear (5.1.3 (a) (i))

oil leak

Pass 13 Nov 2024 112,876 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2023 99,523 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2022 96,212 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2021 94,799 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2020 91,121 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 75,575 miles

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

Slight damage to nearside front tyre sidewall

Fail 30 Apr 2019 75,575 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Slight damage to nearside front tyre sidewall

Pass 4 May 2018 57,931 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Jun 2017 50,131 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2017 49,958 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 Jun 2016 40,236 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 120?

Based on 872,714 MOT tests across 63,112 vehicles.

79.7%
Pass Rate
6,996
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
63,112
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 22,169
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 8,562
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 6,681
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,273
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 5,042
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FM13 BWX is a 2013 BMW 120 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 120 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 65,625 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 120 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 22,169 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FM13 BWX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 120 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 13 years old, this BMW 120 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FM13 BWX registered?

FM13 BWX is a 2013 BMW 120, first registered on 3 August 2013.

Is FM13 BWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM13 BWX 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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