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FV13 ZPX

2013 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

123,535 mi
Last recorded123,535 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW 12065,625 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV13 ZPX
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 123,535 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2025 114,469 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Apr 2024 106,335 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2023 99,186 miles

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 25 Apr 2022 87,495 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 13 Aug 2021 79,071 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2021 79,071 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 18 Aug 2020 67,703 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2019 60,682 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2018 47,453 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2018 39,788 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 35,959 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 26,518 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 120?

Based on 872,714 MOT tests across 63,112 vehicles.

79.7%
Pass Rate
6,996
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
63,112
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 22,169
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 8,562
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 6,681
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,273
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 5,042
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FV13 ZPX is a 2013 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2013 BMW 120 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 65,625 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 120 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 22,169 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FV13 ZPX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 120 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 13 years old, this BMW 120 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FV13 ZPX registered?

FV13 ZPX is a 2013 BMW 120, first registered on 3 August 2013.

Is FV13 ZPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV13 ZPX shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FV13 ZPX have outstanding finance?

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