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K26 NOS

2013 BMW 118

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

166,705 mi
Last recorded166,705 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 11864,054 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK26 NOS
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 166,705 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2025 115,832 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2025 115,832 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2024 161,526 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2024 109,295 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2023 158,376 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 99,317 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2022 153,545 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2022 85,853 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 149,365 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 81,893 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm in centre of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2020 147,737 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2020 73,559 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2020 73,559 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2019 142,662 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 61,743 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 21 Aug 2018 138,152 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 133,255 miles

Near side front tyre outer wall slightly damaged

Pass 30 Aug 2016 127,703 miles

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

undertray and engine cover fitted

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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K26 NOS is a 2013 BMW 118 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 K26 NOS, 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 K26 NOS registered?

K26 NOS is a 2013 BMW 118, first registered on 6 June 2013.

Is K26 NOS safe to buy?

The MOT history for K26 NOS shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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