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RF13 HLG

2013 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

116,724 mi
Last recorded116,724 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW 12065,625 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF13 HLG
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2026 116,724 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2025 108,933 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2024 101,848 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 94,935 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2022 88,342 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2021 78,871 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 72,670 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2020 72,670 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid n/s & o/s jets no liquid from either (3.5 (a))

Pass 10 Feb 2020 71,378 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Fail 10 Feb 2020 71,378 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Fail 7 Feb 2020 71,348 miles

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

cut nsr sidewall

nsf foglamp missing

slight play osf track rod

wipers poor

Pass 18 Sep 2018 44,923 miles

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

Fail 11 Sep 2018 44,261 miles

Front Position lamp not working both sides (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2017 28,807 miles

crack in windscreen outside drivers view of the road

engine cover and under trays fitted unable to fully inspect some components

Pass 26 Aug 2016 13,584 miles

Undertrays 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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RF13 HLG is a 2013 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 RF13 HLG, 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 HLG registered?

RF13 HLG is a 2013 BMW 120, first registered on 29 August 2013.

Is RF13 HLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF13 HLG shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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