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LC13 SLV

2013 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

141,765 mi
Last recorded141,765 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 12065,625 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC13 SLV
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 141,765 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2025 141,765 miles

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Dec 2024 135,107 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2023 128,250 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2022 121,300 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2021 114,632 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 106,340 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 98,095 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 19 Apr 2018 88,016 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 19 May 2017 82,863 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 68,360 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 SLV is a 2013 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 LC13 SLV, 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 LC13 SLV?

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What year was LC13 SLV registered?

LC13 SLV is a 2013 BMW 120, first registered on 14 July 2013.

Is LC13 SLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC13 SLV shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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