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YJ13 VJD

2013 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

92,233 mi
Last recorded92,233 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW 11664,950 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ13 VJD
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 92,233 miles

Brake warning light on

Condensation in headlights

N/S/F Tyre worn outer edge

Pass 14 Feb 2025 86,311 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 14 Feb 2025 86,311 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Headlight damp (4.1.2 (c))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Roof damaged

Pass 28 Feb 2024 80,665 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2023 79,312 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 28 Feb 2022 74,024 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2021 61,533 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2021 61,533 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 27 Aug 2020 53,501 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Aug 2019 36,914 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2019 36,914 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Aug 2018 28,477 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 20,776 miles

Engine Cover and Under Trays Fitted

Pass 15 Aug 2016 15,896 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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YJ13 VJD is a 2013 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 YJ13 VJD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YJ13 VJD registered?

YJ13 VJD is a 2013 BMW 116, first registered on 14 March 2013.

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The MOT history for YJ13 VJD shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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