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NG13 SXA

2013 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

121,573 mi
Last recorded121,573 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 12065,625 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNG13 SXA
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 121,573 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective water on inside of lens. (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective water on inside of lens. (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2024 114,248 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2023 107,618 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2023 107,618 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2022 100,827 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2022 100,827 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2021 93,171 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2021 93,171 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing CRACKING (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Aug 2020 81,076 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2020 81,076 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2019 69,023 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2018 56,927 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 42,943 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3.00 mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3.00mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Jul 2016 27,805 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

chunk missing n/s/f tyre outer sidewall

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 SXA is a 2013 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SXA, 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

How do I check the history of NG13 SXA?

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What year was NG13 SXA registered?

NG13 SXA is a 2013 BMW 120, first registered on 28 July 2013.

Is NG13 SXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for NG13 SXA shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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