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FN13 XVC

2013 BMW X1

Orange Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

131,283 mi
Last recorded131,283 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW X160,474 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN13 XVC
MakeBMW
ModelX1
Year2013
ColourOrange
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 131,283 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2025 125,088 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 23 Apr 2025 125,088 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 7 May 2024 120,691 miles
Pass 13 May 2023 118,192 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 12 May 2023 118,168 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/45 18 RFT (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45 18 RFT (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 May 2022 101,662 miles

Lower under tray and top covers fitted

Pass 12 Feb 2021 92,510 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Feb 2020 84,353 miles

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

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

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

Fail 19 Feb 2020 84,353 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 22 Feb 2019 69,272 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 54,031 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2018 54,031 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Feb 2017 40,286 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 29,667 miles

How Reliable is the BMW X1?

Based on 930,947 MOT tests across 114,866 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
6,836
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
114,866
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,863
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3,459
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FN13 XVC is a 2013 BMW X1 in Orange with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2013 BMW X1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 60,474 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 X1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 3,863 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FN13 XVC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW X1 typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 13 years old, this BMW X1 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FN13 XVC registered?

FN13 XVC is a 2013 BMW X1, first registered on 16 April 2013.

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