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GL13 DTF

2013 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jan 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

63,207 mi
Last recorded63,207 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW 11664,950 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL13 DTF
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2026 63,207 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2026 63,207 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Jan 2025 58,536 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2024 53,045 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2023 47,778 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jan 2022 42,912 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 37,808 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2019 34,662 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 31,774 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 27,004 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2017 18,298 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 14,335 miles

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 DTF is a 2013 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 DTF, 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 DTF registered?

GL13 DTF is a 2013 BMW 116, first registered on 28 June 2013.

Is GL13 DTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL13 DTF shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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