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SP63 KNX

2013 BMW 316

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

54,726 mi
Last recorded54,726 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 31665,769 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP63 KNX
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 54,726 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2025 54,305 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2025 54,305 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 17 Jan 2024 59,169 miles

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

Fail 3 Jan 2024 59,161 miles

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 13 Dec 2022 53,396 miles

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

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 14 Dec 2021 52,903 miles

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play track rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2020 52,184 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2019 50,631 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 46,081 miles

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 30 Aug 2016 39,205 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slight corrosion and lipped (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

engine covers fitted covering components

under trays fitted covering components

Fail 30 Aug 2016 39,205 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slight corrosion and lipped (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

engine covers fitted covering components

under trays fitted covering components

How Reliable is the BMW 316?

Based on 1,210,990 MOT tests across 108,989 vehicles.

69.2%
Pass Rate
5,781
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
108,989
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 71,150
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 70,761
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 45,241
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 39,617
parking brake recording little or no effort 33,703
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SP63 KNX is a 2013 BMW 316 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2013 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 65,769 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 316 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 71,150 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SP63 KNX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 316 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 13 years old, this BMW 316 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SP63 KNX registered?

SP63 KNX is a 2013 BMW 316, first registered on 27 September 2013.

Is SP63 KNX safe to buy?

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