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RV13 XBU

2013 BMW 135

Grey Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

51,686 mi
Last recorded51,686 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 13551,674 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV13 XBU
MakeBMW
Model135
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 51,686 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

bonnet latch slightly damage

Pass 18 Dec 2024 46,650 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2023 37,099 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2023 37,099 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 Jun 2022 31,550 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 28,902 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2020 25,511 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 21,508 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 29 Jun 2018 17,010 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 14,165 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 12,098 miles

Under-trays fitted.

n/s/f tyre perished.

Fail 8 Jun 2016 12,098 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Under-trays fitted.

n/s/f tyre perished.

How Reliable is the BMW 135?

Based on 20,607 MOT tests across 1,654 vehicles.

85.1%
Pass Rate
4,740
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
1,654
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 327
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 231
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 114
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 70
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 60
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RV13 XBU is a 2013 BMW 135 in Grey with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2013 BMW 135 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 51,674 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 135 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 327 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RV13 XBU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 135 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 13 years old, this BMW 135 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was RV13 XBU registered?

RV13 XBU is a 2013 BMW 135, first registered on 20 June 2013.

Is RV13 XBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV13 XBU shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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