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SW63 SZT

2013 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

118,657 mi
Last recorded118,657 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW 12065,625 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW63 SZT
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 118,657 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2025 101,544 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2025 101,544 miles

Front Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Feb 2024 91,890 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2024 91,890 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 17 Feb 2023 80,489 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 78,012 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2021 78,009 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside rear brake squeal

Pass 21 Jul 2020 71,046 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2019 61,573 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2018 54,613 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 43,709 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 31,952 miles

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 2 Sep 2016 31,946 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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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SW63 SZT is a 2013 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 SW63 SZT, 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 SW63 SZT registered?

SW63 SZT is a 2013 BMW 120, first registered on 30 September 2013.

Is SW63 SZT safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW63 SZT shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SW63 SZT have outstanding finance?

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