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LM13 TFK

2013 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

125,416 mi
Last recorded125,416 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 1 Series65,681 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM13 TFK
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc
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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2025 125,416 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2024 110,297 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

under vehicle and brake pipes surface corrosion

Fail 27 Apr 2024 110,297 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

under vehicle and brake pipes surface corrosion

Pass 5 May 2023 95,803 miles
Pass 4 May 2022 77,522 miles

Under trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 12 May 2021 71,523 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 68,542 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 56,678 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2018 55,334 miles

both rear tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 22 Mar 2017 37,264 miles

All 4 tyre valve stems slightly perished.

Pass 23 Mar 2016 17,660 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2016 17,660 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

How Reliable is the BMW 1 Series?

Based on 985,320 MOT tests across 97,716 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
6,872
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
97,716
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 11,465
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4,886
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 4,140
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LM13 TFK is a 2013 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2013 BMW 1 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 65,681 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 1 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 11,465 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LM13 TFK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 1 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 13 years old, this BMW 1 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LM13 TFK registered?

LM13 TFK is a 2013 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 29 March 2013.

Is LM13 TFK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM13 TFK shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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