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PEN 150

2013 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

67,424 mi
Last recorded67,424 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 12065,625 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPEN 150
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 7 Nov 2025 67,424 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2024 64,880 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2023 56,346 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2022 49,559 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2021 44,423 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2020 40,577 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2019 36,014 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 31 Oct 2018 30,637 miles

Offside Rear tyre worn low on extreme inner edge

Pass 15 Oct 2017 25,750 miles

engine cover & under trays fitted

Pass 11 Nov 2016 19,655 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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PEN 150 is a 2013 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 PEN 150, 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 PEN 150?

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What year was PEN 150 registered?

PEN 150 is a 2013 BMW 120, first registered on 15 November 2013.

Is PEN 150 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PEN 150 shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PEN 150 have outstanding finance?

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