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SA63 EXU

2013 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Aug 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

121,704 mi
Last recorded121,704 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW 12065,625 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA63 EXU
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2026 121,704 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2025 110,341 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2024 100,339 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2023 89,524 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2022 78,438 miles

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 9 Aug 2021 66,663 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 4 Nov 2020 61,938 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2019 52,765 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2019 52,765 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Fail 23 Oct 2019 52,446 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear road wheel damaged at bolt fixing

Pass 13 Oct 2018 49,884 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2017 44,975 miles

Engine cover and under trays fitted obscuring some items

Pass 6 Oct 2016 38,468 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2016 38,341 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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SA63 EXU is a 2013 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 SA63 EXU, 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 SA63 EXU registered?

SA63 EXU is a 2013 BMW 120, first registered on 30 September 2013.

Is SA63 EXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SA63 EXU shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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