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FM13 FXG

2013 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

75,736 mi
Last recorded75,736 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW 11864,054 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM13 FXG
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 75,736 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2025 67,897 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2024 63,313 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2024 63,313 miles

Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction 2 stickers on ns of windscreen (3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Feb 2023 59,149 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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 Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Jan 2022 53,941 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2022 53,941 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 5 Jan 2021 49,510 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2020 45,782 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2018 39,565 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))

Pass 5 Aug 2017 29,288 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 20,916 miles

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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FM13 FXG 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 FM13 FXG, 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

How do I check the history of FM13 FXG?

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What year was FM13 FXG registered?

FM13 FXG is a 2013 BMW 118, first registered on 31 July 2013.

Is FM13 FXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM13 FXG 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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