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L20 JWJ

2013 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

103,957 mi
Last recorded103,957 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW 12065,625 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL20 JWJ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 1 Aug 2026 103,957 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2025 91,870 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2024 68,095 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2024 66,835 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2023 65,447 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2022 64,315 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2021 62,103 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2019 51,413 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 21 Feb 2018 44,737 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2017 37,183 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 34,430 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre

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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L20 JWJ is a 2013 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 L20 JWJ, 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

How do I check the history of L20 JWJ?

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What year was L20 JWJ registered?

L20 JWJ is a 2013 BMW 120, first registered on 16 September 2013.

Is L20 JWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for L20 JWJ shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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