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SL13 DEB

2013 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

125,311 mi
Last recorded125,311 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 12065,625 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL13 DEB
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2025 125,311 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2024 121,488 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2023 118,903 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2023 118,899 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2022 116,751 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2021 114,650 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2021 111,389 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Dec 2019 108,045 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2018 101,906 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 6 Oct 2017 90,884 miles

under trays and engine covers fitted

Fail 3 Oct 2017 90,887 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front ABS wiring loom rubbing on anti roll bar link

under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 14 Oct 2016 65,361 miles

Offside Rear tyre bald on inner edge

Fail 14 Oct 2016 65,361 miles

Offside Rear brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)

Offside Rear tyre bald on inner edge

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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SL13 DEB is a 2013 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 SL13 DEB, 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 SL13 DEB registered?

SL13 DEB is a 2013 BMW 120, first registered on 5 November 2013.

Is SL13 DEB safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL13 DEB shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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