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GW08 ARY

2013 BMW 120

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

65,157 mi
Last recorded65,157 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 12065,625 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGW08 ARY
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 65,157 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2024 58,969 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 31 Oct 2024 58,969 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both rear tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Oct 2023 53,549 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides 2.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Oct 2022 47,819 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2021 41,365 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2021 41,365 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Nov 2020 34,054 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 15 Oct 2019 27,085 miles

All tyres cracking in tread and sidewalls

Fail 15 Oct 2019 27,085 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

All tyres cracking in tread and sidewalls

Pass 7 Nov 2018 20,834 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 18,987 miles
Fail 23 May 2018 18,987 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Pass 20 Jul 2017 16,020 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 11,070 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 120?

Based on 872,714 MOT tests across 63,112 vehicles.

79.7%
Pass Rate
6,996
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
63,112
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 22,169
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 8,562
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 6,681
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,273
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 5,042
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GW08 ARY is a 2013 BMW 120 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2013 BMW 120 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 65,625 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 120 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 22,169 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GW08 ARY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 120 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 13 years old, this BMW 120 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GW08 ARY registered?

GW08 ARY is a 2013 BMW 120, first registered on 5 August 2013.

Is GW08 ARY safe to buy?

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