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FM13 FXZ

2013 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

169,365 mi
Last recorded169,365 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW 11664,950 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM13 FXZ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 169,365 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2026 169,365 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2025 156,604 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))

Fail 24 Feb 2025 156,587 miles

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

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

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

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL FRONT AND REAR (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 29 Feb 2024 137,457 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2023 126,715 miles

Heat Shield On Manifold Insecure

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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 1 Mar 2022 112,236 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2021 98,400 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 89,516 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 77,682 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 66,100 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2017 54,250 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 54,225 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 45,716 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge worn close to cords (4.1.E.1)

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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FM13 FXZ is a 2013 BMW 116 in Black 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 FM13 FXZ, 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

How do I check the history of FM13 FXZ?

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What year was FM13 FXZ registered?

FM13 FXZ is a 2013 BMW 116, first registered on 16 August 2013.

Is FM13 FXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM13 FXZ 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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