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KB04 LEY

2013 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

88,439 mi
Last recorded88,439 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 11864,054 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKB04 LEY
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 88,439 miles

Nearside Front tyre close to limit

Offside Front shocker corroded and slightly leaking

Pass 28 Oct 2024 85,932 miles

Nearside Front 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))

Pass 1 Nov 2023 83,523 miles

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

Fail 1 Nov 2023 83,523 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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

Pass 1 Nov 2022 79,942 miles

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))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 70% worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Oct 2021 75,737 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2021 75,737 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2020 73,242 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 68,683 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 59,132 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 46,996 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 35,462 miles

undertrays and engine covers fitted full inspection not possible

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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KB04 LEY is a 2013 BMW 118 in Black 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 KB04 LEY, 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 KB04 LEY registered?

KB04 LEY is a 2013 BMW 118, first registered on 3 July 2013.

Is KB04 LEY safe to buy?

The MOT history for KB04 LEY shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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