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NG13 BXY

2013 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

147,987 mi
Last recorded147,987 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 12065,625 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNG13 BXY
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 147,987 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2025 147,987 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2024 142,198 miles

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

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

Offside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2023 132,483 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2022 124,819 miles

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

Fail 21 Oct 2022 124,819 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2021 115,916 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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 14 Oct 2020 110,067 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 24 Apr 2019 95,053 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 84,247 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 71,704 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 62,089 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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NG13 BXY is a 2013 BMW 120 in Blue 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 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 NG13 BXY, 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

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What year was NG13 BXY registered?

NG13 BXY is a 2013 BMW 120, first registered on 26 June 2013.

Is NG13 BXY safe to buy?

The MOT history for NG13 BXY 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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