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SY63 BLX

2013 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

108,046 mi
Last recorded108,046 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW 12065,625 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY63 BLX
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 108,046 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 15 Jul 2026 108,045 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 May 2025 103,384 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2024 90,041 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2024 90,040 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2023 81,143 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2022 70,448 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 56,759 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 13 Jul 2020 43,026 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2019 32,738 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2017 18,758 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 15,193 miles

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

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

covers fitted obscuring some components in engine bay

under trays fitted obscuring underside components

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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SY63 BLX is a 2013 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 SY63 BLX, 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.

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What year was SY63 BLX registered?

SY63 BLX is a 2013 BMW 120, first registered on 17 December 2013.

Is SY63 BLX safe to buy?

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