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FV13 MLJ

2013 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Dec 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

124,163 mi
Last recorded124,163 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 11664,950 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV13 MLJ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2025 124,163 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2024 110,260 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2024 110,260 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 14 Dec 2023 99,403 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2022 99,123 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2022 99,123 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2021 95,681 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2021 95,681 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2020 89,235 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2019 83,944 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2018 77,110 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2017 71,256 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2017 71,255 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Jul 2016 61,415 miles

Front number plate poor

Nearside Rear child seat unable to check adult belt

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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FV13 MLJ is a 2013 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FV13 MLJ, 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

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What year was FV13 MLJ registered?

FV13 MLJ is a 2013 BMW 116, first registered on 22 August 2013.

Is FV13 MLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV13 MLJ shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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