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FV13 MHU

2013 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Feb 2027
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

103,001 mi
Last recorded103,001 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW 11864,054 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV13 MHU
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2026 103,001 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside front lower suspension arm bush worn (marked) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Offside front lower suspension arm bush worn (marked) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Undertray not fully secure & damaged. (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Jan 2026 102,998 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 245/35/18. (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside front lower suspension arm bush worn (marked) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Offside front lower suspension arm bush worn (marked) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Undertray not fully secure & damaged. (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2025 98,012 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint facing downwards (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Offside front lower suspension arm ball joint facing downwards (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2024 91,924 miles

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge TYRE WORN OUTER EDGE BUT NOT EXPOSED CORDS YET 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 14 Feb 2024 91,924 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge TYRE WORN OUTER EDGE BUT NOT EXPOSED CORDS YET 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Nov 2022 83,020 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2022 78,756 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 64,824 miles

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

Offside Front All position lamps with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear jack point missing

Fail 23 Jun 2021 64,819 miles

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing wheel bolt (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front All position lamps with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear jack point missing

Pass 2 Jul 2020 55,152 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2020 55,150 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2019 46,159 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2018 39,229 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 32,901 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2017 32,792 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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FV13 MHU is a 2013 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 FV13 MHU, 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 FV13 MHU registered?

FV13 MHU is a 2013 BMW 118, first registered on 31 July 2013.

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