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GJ13 BBZ

2013 BMW F Series

Black Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

29,050 mi
Last recorded29,050 miles
Recorded on23 May 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW F Series15,728 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ13 BBZ
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 May 2026 29,050 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 16 Jun 2025 28,933 miles
Pass 25 May 2024 28,825 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 1 Apr 2023 28,321 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively Carrier bearing worn ! (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2022 26,844 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Mar 2021 26,302 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2020 22,874 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 21,021 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2019 21,021 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Mar 2018 16,740 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2018 16,740 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 23 Mar 2017 14,354 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 10,055 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2016 10,055 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

How Reliable is the BMW F Series?

Based on 92,321 MOT tests across 8,598 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
1,110
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
8,598
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 651
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 616
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 570
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 310
Horn not working 299
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GJ13 BBZ is a 2013 BMW F Series in Black with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2013 BMW F Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.5% with a typical mileage of 15,728 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 F Series fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 651 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GJ13 BBZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW F Series typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 13 years old, this BMW F Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GJ13 BBZ registered?

GJ13 BBZ is a 2013 BMW F Series, first registered on 26 March 2013.

Is GJ13 BBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ13 BBZ shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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