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GV13 LKF

2013 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

93,110 mi
Last recorded93,110 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 11864,054 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV13 LKF
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 93,110 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges wearing thin 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges wearing thin 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 31 Oct 2025 93,110 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges wearing thin 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges wearing thin 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Oct 2024 88,775 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2023 84,533 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2022 80,002 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45x17 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 30 Oct 2021 75,377 miles

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

Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity film covering to both rear lamps,n/s has slight damage (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 26 Oct 2020 71,527 miles

rear lamp film fitted

Pass 28 Oct 2019 67,674 miles

Offside Rear handbrake lower effort /needs adjusting

Pass 3 Nov 2018 61,765 miles

under side engine cover

Pass 9 Aug 2017 46,201 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Aug 2016 31,234 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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GV13 LKF is a 2013 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 GV13 LKF, 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 GV13 LKF registered?

GV13 LKF is a 2013 BMW 118, first registered on 31 July 2013.

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