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FX63 KNZ

2013 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Mar 2027
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

115,952 mi
Last recorded115,952 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW 11864,054 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX63 KNZ
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 115,952 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Front head light lens damaged

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output condensation build up (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 9 Mar 2026 115,952 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc contaminated over heated (1.1.14 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) contaminated over heated (1.1.13 (b))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Service brake imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Front head light lens damaged

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output condensation build up (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

brake pad wear warning light illuminated on dash

Pass 10 Mar 2025 108,538 miles

testable items covered by under trays

Fail 10 Mar 2025 108,538 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

testable items covered by under trays

Pass 12 Mar 2024 103,447 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2024 103,446 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested light not working (4.1.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2023 98,264 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 92,959 miles

Covers and trays fitted blocking view of test items

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Mar 2022 92,959 miles

Covers and trays fitted blocking view of test items

Nearside Front Body component damaged and likely to cause injury light unit cracked (6.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2021 86,887 miles

Covers and trays blocking view of test items

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3mm sidewall perished (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm 2254517 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Feb 2020 79,040 miles

Covers and trays fitted blocking view of test items

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 26 Feb 2020 79,000 miles

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

Covers and trays fitted blocking view of test items

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 27 Feb 2019 66,822 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))

Fail 26 Feb 2019 66,822 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

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 10 Mar 2018 54,368 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 42,581 miles

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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FX63 KNZ is a 2013 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 FX63 KNZ, 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 FX63 KNZ registered?

FX63 KNZ is a 2013 BMW 118, first registered on 30 September 2013.

Is FX63 KNZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX63 KNZ shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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