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RF13 EFM

2013 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

176,480 mi
Last recorded176,480 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW 12065,625 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF13 EFM
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 176,480 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2025 161,353 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2023 142,624 miles
Fail 27 Dec 2023 142,624 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2022 127,128 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 14 Dec 2022 127,128 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Dec 2021 111,581 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2020 96,868 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 81,550 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 21 Aug 2018 67,889 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Pass 25 Aug 2017 53,272 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 22 Aug 2016 41,460 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

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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RF13 EFM is a 2013 BMW 120 in Black 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 RF13 EFM, 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 RF13 EFM registered?

RF13 EFM is a 2013 BMW 120, first registered on 22 August 2013.

Is RF13 EFM safe to buy?

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