MOT Status
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114,633 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()
Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
damage to front end
Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()
Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
damage to front end
Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Front Body component slightly loose Headlamp (6.2.1 (a) (i))
Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/50/17 RFT (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Front Body component slightly loose Headlamp (6.2.1 (a) (i))
Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
engine covers and under trays fitted obscurring some testable items
Front under tray fitted obscuring underside components
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
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N13 GRU is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.
Across all 2012 BMW 1 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 67,597 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 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 N13 GRU, 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 14 years old, this BMW 1 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was N13 GRU registered?
N13 GRU is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 24 November 2012.
Is N13 GRU safe to buy?
The MOT history for N13 GRU shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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