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NJ63 GZG

2013 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

116,875 mi
Last recorded116,875 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 12065,625 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ63 GZG
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 116,875 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 18 Dec 2025 116,868 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))

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

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 21 Aug 2024 88,355 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2023 83,131 miles

offside front steering rack knocking with slight play

Fail 8 Sep 2023 83,057 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

offside front steering rack knocking with slight play

Pass 6 Sep 2022 72,443 miles

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

Trays and covers fitted preventing a full inspection of some components

Fail 6 Sep 2022 72,443 miles

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

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

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

Trays and covers fitted preventing a full inspection of some components

Pass 3 Sep 2021 64,371 miles

trays and covers fitted

Pass 8 Sep 2020 58,482 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside parking brake efficiency low

Pass 10 Sep 2019 54,180 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2019 54,180 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2018 38,405 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Aug 2017 26,138 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 18,522 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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NJ63 GZG is a 2013 BMW 120 in Blue 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 NJ63 GZG, 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 NJ63 GZG registered?

NJ63 GZG is a 2013 BMW 120, first registered on 2 September 2013.

Is NJ63 GZG safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJ63 GZG 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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