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FY63 VGJ

2013 BMW 118

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

125,039 mi
Last recorded125,039 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 11864,054 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY63 VGJ
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 125,039 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 19 Aug 2025 125,037 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2024 118,402 miles

Central Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff oil seal leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Aug 2024 118,402 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Central Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Central Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff oil seal leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2023 103,781 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2022 91,211 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2021 77,433 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 67,167 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four tyres wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Jul 2019 59,632 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 47,138 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres on 1,6 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Jul 2017 33,107 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 13,756 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

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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FY63 VGJ is a 2013 BMW 118 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FY63 VGJ, 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

How do I check the history of FY63 VGJ?

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What year was FY63 VGJ registered?

FY63 VGJ is a 2013 BMW 118, first registered on 27 September 2013.

Is FY63 VGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY63 VGJ shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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