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KS13 XHY

2013 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

158,359 mi
Last recorded158,359 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 12065,625 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS13 XHY
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 158,359 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2024 143,114 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2023 128,134 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm inner big bush perished and started to split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm inner big bush perished and started to split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Fail 9 Aug 2023 128,047 miles

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both side's have led's fitted (4.1.2 (c))

Front Position lamp not working Both side's (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm inner big bush perished and started to split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm inner big bush perished and started to split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2022 120,177 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 112,102 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both lower suspension arms (front lower) bushes, perishing. No movement at time of test. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres on wear indicators. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Jul 2020 103,640 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip drivers side (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2019 92,943 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2018 85,280 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2018 75,555 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2018 75,554 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

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

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2016 50,787 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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KS13 XHY is a 2013 BMW 120 in Grey 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 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 KS13 XHY, 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 KS13 XHY registered?

KS13 XHY is a 2013 BMW 120, first registered on 22 July 2013.

Is KS13 XHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS13 XHY 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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