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GL13 DLF

2013 BMW 116

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jan 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

42,273 mi
Last recorded42,273 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW 11664,950 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL13 DLF
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2026 42,273 miles

Central Front Lower Undertray installed

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has slight water ingress

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Dec 2024 41,061 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective condensation inside lens (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front daytime running light not working

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both rear outer seats, centre rear belt also inaccessible ()

Pass 3 Jan 2024 39,766 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2022 38,763 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2021 37,855 miles

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

Fail 16 Nov 2021 37,855 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2020 34,694 miles

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

under trays and covers fitted preventing inspection of some components

Pass 11 Nov 2019 29,348 miles

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

under trays and engine covers fitted preventing inspection of some components

Pass 27 Nov 2018 22,710 miles

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

under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 23 Sep 2017 17,741 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

under trays and engine covers fitted preventing inspection of some components

Pass 18 Jun 2016 13,456 miles

Front chip in windscreen

How Reliable is the BMW 116?

Based on 1,638,388 MOT tests across 141,314 vehicles.

80.9%
Pass Rate
6,730
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
141,314
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 24,729
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 9,380
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,330
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GL13 DLF is a 2013 BMW 116 in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2013 BMW 116 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 64,950 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 116 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 24,729 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GL13 DLF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 116 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 13 years old, this BMW 116 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GL13 DLF registered?

GL13 DLF is a 2013 BMW 116, first registered on 27 June 2013.

Is GL13 DLF safe to buy?

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