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FY13 HNV

2013 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

143,954 mi
Last recorded143,954 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 12065,625 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY13 HNV
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 143,954 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn x2 differential bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

slight play o/s inner steering arm

Pass 20 Aug 2024 142,937 miles

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

Fail 20 Aug 2024 142,936 miles

Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative both front not adjusting (4.1.5 (a))

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

Pass 1 Sep 2023 136,619 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2022 125,652 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021 120,435 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))

Offside Front steering arm has play in inner joint

Fail 2 Sep 2021 120,435 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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))

Offside Front steering arm has play in inner joint

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

Pass 31 Aug 2020 101,616 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 2 Sep 2019 96,599 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2018 89,586 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2017 69,166 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

both front tyres wearing bold on outer edge

Pass 23 Nov 2016 51,208 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 41,870 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 24,706 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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FY13 HNV is a 2013 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 FY13 HNV, 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 FY13 HNV registered?

FY13 HNV is a 2013 BMW 120, first registered on 5 March 2013.

Is FY13 HNV safe to buy?

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