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RO13 TVD

2013 BMW 114

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

149,474 mi
Last recorded149,474 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW 11461,099 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO13 TVD
MakeBMW
Model114
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 149,474 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2025 141,739 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Rear brake discs worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake pedal sinking under constant foot pressure - recommend investigation

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Forwardmost arm - front bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre incorrectly fitted on rim - Outside/Inside

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Forwardmost arm - front bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive Rear differential leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has long travel and parking brake does not lock

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

Pass 4 May 2023 127,404 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 4 May 2023 127,382 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Forwardmost arm - front bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Parking brake fluctuating

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Forwardmost arm - front bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Neither side locked and offside lagging in operation (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 29 Apr 2022 117,964 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2020 105,185 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp defective (1.1.10 (f))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 9 Dec 2020 105,185 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements characters worn away (0.1 (d))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Brake fluid warning lamp defective (1.1.10 (f))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

nearside front daytime running light not working

Pass 2 May 2019 89,622 miles

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

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

Pass 4 May 2017 56,469 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 114?

Based on 43,913 MOT tests across 3,921 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
6,984
Miles/Year
14
Year Lifespan
3,921
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 252
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RO13 TVD is a 2013 BMW 114 in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2013 BMW 114 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 61,099 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 114 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 252 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RO13 TVD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 114 typically stays on UK roads for around 14 years. At 13 years old, this BMW 114 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RO13 TVD registered?

RO13 TVD is a 2013 BMW 114, first registered on 7 May 2013.

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