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LC13 KDV

2013 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

92,346 mi
Last recorded92,346 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 12065,625 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC13 KDV
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 92,346 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2025 92,312 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2024 83,394 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear outer brake pad wearing slight low

Pass 6 Sep 2023 76,485 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2022 69,155 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2022 69,155 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both rear tires have splits on inner walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both. on edges. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2021 61,537 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 53,924 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2019 46,584 miles

Engine cover and under tray fitted obscuring some components.

Fail 9 Sep 2019 46,584 miles

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

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

Engine cover and under tray fitted obscuring some components.

Pass 6 Sep 2018 37,004 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 26,281 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 13,080 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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LC13 KDV 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 76.9%.

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 LC13 KDV, 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 LC13 KDV registered?

LC13 KDV is a 2013 BMW 120, first registered on 11 June 2013.

Is LC13 KDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC13 KDV shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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