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S26 SGP

2013 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

107,881 mi
Last recorded107,881 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 12065,625 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS26 SGP
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 107,881 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2024 95,675 miles

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

both front tyres worn on inner edges

ns front tyre inner side wall damaged ( no cords showing ) discretion used

os front brake flexi insecure ( bracket missing of shocker )

play in ns front steering rack inner knuckle

Fail 20 Nov 2024 95,674 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

both front tyres worn on inner edges

ns front tyre inner side wall damaged ( no cords showing ) discretion used

os front brake flexi insecure ( bracket missing of shocker )

play in ns front steering rack inner knuckle

rear brake pad warning wiring fouling driveshaft

Pass 17 Nov 2023 83,019 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 25 Oct 2022 68,292 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2021 64,642 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2020 61,374 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 56,378 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 52,709 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 46,965 miles

under trays and engine covers fitted

Fail 16 May 2017 46,965 miles

Wheel bolt(s) missing x4 one on each wheel (4.2.A.1e)

Brake warning light on

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 2 Jul 2016 41,545 miles

Front brake discs and inner pads

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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S26 SGP is a 2013 BMW 120 in Grey 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 S26 SGP, 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

How do I check the history of S26 SGP?

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What year was S26 SGP registered?

S26 SGP is a 2013 BMW 120, first registered on 5 July 2013.

Is S26 SGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S26 SGP 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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