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MX13 WCV

2013 BMW 3 Series

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

122,864 mi
Last recorded122,864 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW 3 Series73,885 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX13 WCV
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 122,864 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2025 104,019 miles

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

Fail 19 Apr 2025 104,091 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 6 Apr 2024 82,863 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2023 69,522 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 8 Apr 2023 69,522 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Apr 2022 65,015 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2022 65,015 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 13 Mar 2021 61,429 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2021 61,429 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Mar 2020 57,530 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 49,855 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 41,013 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 29,654 miles

front brake pads wearing thin

rear brake pads wearing thin

Pass 17 Mar 2016 20,814 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 3 Series?

Based on 12,840,406 MOT tests across 1,004,285 vehicles.

75.1%
Pass Rate
6,672
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,004,285
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 485,475
Brake pipe excessively corroded 323,327
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 253,205
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 185,099
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 182,360
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MX13 WCV is a 2013 BMW 3 Series in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2013 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 73,885 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 3 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 485,475 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MX13 WCV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 3 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 13 years old, this BMW 3 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was MX13 WCV registered?

MX13 WCV is a 2013 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 1 March 2013.

Is MX13 WCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX13 WCV shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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