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PF13 NKA

2013 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

226,362 mi
Last recorded226,362 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW 12065,625 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF13 NKA
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 226,362 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Condensation in headlamp

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2025 214,277 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both discs on axle worn/lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone burst in swept area (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2024 202,398 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Lipped/Corroded lip (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Jul 2024 202,374 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Lipped/Corroded lip (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2023 184,851 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip < 40mm diameter (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2022 172,788 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front arm bushes have slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2021 146,869 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm bushes have play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2020 125,649 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 103,575 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 81,785 miles

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))

Pass 14 Jul 2017 64,548 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 51,257 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 50,265 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

engine and under covers fitted

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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PF13 NKA is a 2013 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 PF13 NKA, 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 PF13 NKA registered?

PF13 NKA is a 2013 BMW 120, first registered on 20 August 2013.

Is PF13 NKA safe to buy?

The MOT history for PF13 NKA shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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