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JBZ 699

2013 BMW 120

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests27 (26 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate96.3%

Mileage

108,734 mi
Last recorded108,734 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW 12065,625 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJBZ 699
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

26 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 108,734 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2026 107,938 miles

Exhaust system corroded.

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2025 128,524 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2025 104,606 miles

Exhaust system corroded.

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All 4 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Sep 2024 124,807 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2024 100,875 miles

Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 11 Sep 2023 122,378 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2023 96,765 miles

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

Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Aug 2022 119,682 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2022 92,663 miles

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

Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin approximately 4mm. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Sep 2021 117,700 miles

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

Pass 29 Dec 2020 88,886 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2020 115,271 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2019 79,395 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 113,065 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2019 113,065 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2019 66,432 miles

all tyres 3 mm

Pass 11 Sep 2018 110,571 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 107,473 miles

Nearside Front worn on inner and outer edges

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

Pass 15 May 2017 42,823 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 23 Sep 2016 98,521 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 30,483 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2015 89,912 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 73,976 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2013 57,481 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2012 44,901 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 37,957 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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JBZ 699 is a 2013 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 96.3%.

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 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 JBZ 699, 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 JBZ 699 registered?

JBZ 699 is a 2013 BMW 120, first registered on 24 May 2013.

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