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LB13 FRJ

2013 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2024
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

92,909 mi
Last recorded92,909 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2023
Typical for 2013 BMW 12065,625 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB13 FRJ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2023 92,909 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2023 92,909 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Jun 2022 82,353 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2021 68,483 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2021 68,483 miles

Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Oct 2020 64,332 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2020 64,287 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2019 53,793 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Fail 4 Apr 2019 53,793 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2018 46,648 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 44,417 miles

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

emissions not detected

Fail 4 Aug 2017 44,417 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

emissions not detected

Pass 5 Aug 2016 34,487 miles

advise o/s front tyre wearing outer section

advise rear tyres getting low

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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LB13 FRJ is a 2013 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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

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 LB13 FRJ, 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 LB13 FRJ registered?

LB13 FRJ is a 2013 BMW 120, first registered on 9 August 2013.

Is LB13 FRJ safe to buy?

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