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YG13 BLF

2013 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

110,226 mi
Last recorded110,226 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW 11664,950 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG13 BLF
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 110,226 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2026 110,226 miles

Nearside Front Daytime running lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Daytime running lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 10 Jun 2025 101,157 miles
Fail 29 May 2025 101,078 miles

Central Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 May 2024 98,971 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

o/s/f headlamp lens slightly cracked

Pass 25 May 2023 87,733 miles

Central Front ENGINE COVER AND UNDERTRAY FITTED NOT ALLOWING FULL INSPECTION

Pass 26 May 2022 79,691 miles
Fail 19 May 2022 79,542 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2021 70,241 miles
Fail 26 May 2021 70,241 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 May 2020 66,331 miles

Offside Front HEADLAMP LENS DAMAGED

Pass 21 May 2019 56,666 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 47,342 miles

covers and shields fitted obstructing view of components

Pass 24 Jun 2017 39,671 miles

Engine cover/under tray fitted

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front tyre wearing outer edge and perishing

Nearside Rear tyre perishing

Offside Front tyre wearing outer edge and perishing

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

Pass 11 Jun 2016 31,790 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 116?

Based on 1,638,388 MOT tests across 141,314 vehicles.

80.9%
Pass Rate
6,730
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
141,314
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 24,729
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 9,380
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,330
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YG13 BLF is a 2013 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2013 BMW 116 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 64,950 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 116 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 24,729 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YG13 BLF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 116 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 13 years old, this BMW 116 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was YG13 BLF registered?

YG13 BLF is a 2013 BMW 116, first registered on 14 March 2013.

Is YG13 BLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG13 BLF shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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