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J88 GLU

2013 BMW 118

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jan 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

83,339 mi
Last recorded83,339 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW 11864,054 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ88 GLU
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2026 83,339 miles

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

Fail 2 Jan 2026 83,317 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel fractured Rim (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 6 Jan 2025 79,140 miles

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

Slight play in offside front inner steering tie rod

Pass 2 Jan 2024 70,924 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2022 61,452 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and a deep cut but no cords shown (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear 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 5 Jan 2022 55,370 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2020 49,974 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jan 2020 46,991 miles

NOTE: Manufacturer's displayed smoke emissions plate value: 0.51K m-1

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (1.4mm usable tread) size: 225/45R17W (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Appear close to limit - advise full check with road wheel(s) removed to confirm wear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (1.4mm usable tread) (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Jan 2019 38,721 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 3 Jan 2018 22,495 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2017 13,798 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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J88 GLU is a 2013 BMW 118 in White 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 J88 GLU, 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 J88 GLU registered?

J88 GLU is a 2013 BMW 118, first registered on 7 December 2013.

Is J88 GLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for J88 GLU shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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