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JA53 ONX

2013 BMW 118

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

167,675 mi
Last recorded167,675 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW 11864,054 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJA53 ONX
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 167,675 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres run off inner (5.2.3 (e))

Front side lights different colours

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2025 144,352 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on edges and low in tread, cut in sidewall (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

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

front side lights different colours

rear belts not checked, not accessible

Fail 5 Feb 2025 144,352 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on edges and low in tread, cut in sidewall (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

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

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

front side lights different colours

rear belts not checked, not accessible

Pass 30 Jan 2024 127,376 miles

washers weak

Front side lights different colour

Undertray missing

Pass 3 Feb 2023 116,783 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Rear discs lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Position lamp incorrect colour Not a matching pair (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Undertray missing

Pass 2 Feb 2022 105,675 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Jan 2022 105,569 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Nearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jan 2021 93,866 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2020 82,180 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 1.6mm limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 1.6mm limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 15 Jan 2019 68,107 miles

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

under trays fitted

Pass 11 Jan 2018 54,101 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre wearing on inside edge

Offside Rear Tyre wearing on inside edge

Pass 21 Sep 2016 32,708 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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JA53 ONX is a 2013 BMW 118 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 JA53 ONX, 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.

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What year was JA53 ONX registered?

JA53 ONX is a 2013 BMW 118, first registered on 27 September 2013.

Is JA53 ONX safe to buy?

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