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J21 FTR

2013 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

65,469 mi
Last recorded65,469 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW 12065,625 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ21 FTR
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 65,469 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre

Fail 12 May 2026 65,394 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Nail in tyre

Pass 15 May 2025 60,370 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2024 53,282 miles
Pass 10 May 2023 42,327 miles
Pass 3 May 2022 35,001 miles
Pass 4 May 2021 30,115 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2020 29,363 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2020 26,139 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2018 22,580 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2018 18,983 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2016 15,265 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2016 15,265 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure exposing chords (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure exposing chords (4.1.D.1b)

OSF TYRE has a cut in the tread

OSR TYRE has a nail in the tread

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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J21 FTR is a 2013 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 J21 FTR, 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.

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What year was J21 FTR registered?

J21 FTR is a 2013 BMW 120, first registered on 20 December 2013.

Is J21 FTR safe to buy?

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