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GL13 CHC

2013 BMW 118

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

114,170 mi
Last recorded114,170 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 11864,054 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL13 CHC
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 114,170 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2024 107,372 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 16 Aug 2024 107,372 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 26 Aug 2023 95,554 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both front discs lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both front pads wearing thin and down to wear sensor but warning light not on(strong advisory) (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both rear discs lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both rear pads wearing thin and down to wear sensor but warning light not on(strong advisory) (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small stone chips within zone A and B not affecting drivers view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Aug 2023 95,300 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both front discs lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both front pads wearing thin and down to wear sensor but warning light not on(strong advisory) (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both rear discs lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both rear pads wearing thin and down to wear sensor but warning light not on(strong advisory) (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small stone chips within zone A and B not affecting drivers view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2022 83,148 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 4.5mm remaining (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres 3mm of tread remaining (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Aug 2021 71,724 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 Aug 2020 62,485 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2019 53,648 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2018 43,323 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 33,549 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 24,060 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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GL13 CHC is a 2013 BMW 118 in Red 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 GL13 CHC, 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 GL13 CHC registered?

GL13 CHC is a 2013 BMW 118, first registered on 11 July 2013.

Is GL13 CHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL13 CHC 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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