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SD13 XNL

2013 BMW 135

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

83,344 mi
Last recorded83,344 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW 13551,674 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD13 XNL
MakeBMW
Model135
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2026 83,344 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2026 83,260 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

Engine compartment under covers fitted

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

Under covers fitted to floor

Pass 17 May 2025 70,930 miles
Pass 18 May 2024 66,418 miles
Pass 20 May 2023 60,930 miles

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

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

Pass 14 May 2022 54,784 miles
Pass 21 May 2021 49,067 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 45,880 miles

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

Front exhaust section (flexi) has slight damage

Nearside Front brake caliper inner bleed nipple broke

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 10 Sep 2020 45,880 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Front exhaust section (flexi) has slight damage

Nearside Front brake caliper inner bleed nipple broke

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 11 Jun 2019 35,605 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 28,407 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 21,423 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 16,124 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2016 16,124 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 30 Jun 2015 12,191 miles

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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SD13 XNL is a 2013 BMW 135 in Blue with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SD13 XNL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SD13 XNL registered?

SD13 XNL is a 2013 BMW 135, first registered on 30 April 2013.

Is SD13 XNL safe to buy?

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