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SB63 VRO

2013 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

132,279 mi
Last recorded132,279 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 12065,625 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB63 VRO
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2025 132,279 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2025 132,279 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 31 Aug 2024 116,802 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2023 102,317 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 88,342 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2021 73,960 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 22 Sep 2020 64,117 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2020 57,236 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2019 43,957 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2018 30,606 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 24 Jan 2017 19,391 miles

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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SB63 VRO is a 2013 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 SB63 VRO, 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 SB63 VRO?

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What year was SB63 VRO registered?

SB63 VRO is a 2013 BMW 120, first registered on 17 December 2013.

Is SB63 VRO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB63 VRO shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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