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LF63 FOA

2013 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

107,251 mi
Last recorded107,251 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 11864,054 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF63 FOA
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 107,251 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2024 105,111 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2023 99,903 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2022 89,435 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 82,840 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 67,768 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 55,485 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2019 55,485 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Sep 2018 35,464 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 21,049 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 13,608 miles

undertrays fitted

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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LF63 FOA is a 2013 BMW 118 in Grey 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 118 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 64,054 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 LF63 FOA, 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 LF63 FOA?

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What year was LF63 FOA registered?

LF63 FOA is a 2013 BMW 118, first registered on 26 September 2013.

Is LF63 FOA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF63 FOA 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.

Does LF63 FOA have outstanding finance?

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