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KU13 JVY

2013 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2026
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

170,858 mi
Last recorded170,858 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 11864,054 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU13 JVY
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2025 170,858 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2025 170,374 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Position lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.2.2 (a))

Pass 9 Apr 2024 146,537 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2023 122,962 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2022 106,822 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2021 89,806 miles

Front brake pads wearing low and front brake discs badly worn

Fail 12 Mar 2021 89,805 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front brake pads wearing low and front brake discs badly worn

Pass 13 Dec 2019 74,829 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 52,133 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2018 52,110 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Sep 2017 33,635 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 26 Oct 2016 27,843 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 25 Oct 2016 27,843 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed in a cut (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed in a cut (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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KU13 JVY is a 2013 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KU13 JVY, 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

How do I check the history of KU13 JVY?

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What year was KU13 JVY registered?

KU13 JVY is a 2013 BMW 118, first registered on 31 August 2013.

Is KU13 JVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU13 JVY shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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