BK13 LMM

2013 BMW — MOT History, Mileage & AI Check

Data from DVLA & DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026.

Vehicle details

Make & model
BMW
Year
2013
Fuel
DIESEL
Colour
BLACK
Engine
1995 cc
Tax status (as of 11 June 2026)
Taxed
MOT status (as of 11 June 2026)
Valid
MOT due
1 June 2027 (352 days away)
Last recorded mileage
32,332 mi

AI verdict CAUTION 43/100

AI analysis by CarGPT, generated 11 June 2026 from this vehicle's MOT record. Not professional advice — always inspect before buying.

This 2013 Bmw has 17 MOT tests on record with a 65% pass rate and 32,332 miles. While mileage is consistent, the repeated issues with shock absorbers and tyres indicate potential underlying wear and tear.

The vehicle shows consistent annual mileage averaging 11,852 miles/year, with no suspicious drops or spikes, including a recent normal usage of 32,332 miles over 13 years.

Things to check

  • Recurring shock absorber failures (May 2021 advisory, May 2023 major failure, May 2026 advisory).
  • Persistent tyre wear advisories (Jun 2020, May 2022, May 2026).
  • Headlamp failures (May 2022, May 2025, May 2026).
  • Brake system issues (Jun 2020, May 2021, May 2023).

Working in its favour

  • Euro NCAP (2017): 5-star safety rating.
  • Most recent MOT passed despite 6 historical failures
  • Valid MOT until June 2027, offering peace of mind for the next three years.
  • Consistent annual mileage averaging 11,852 miles/year, indicating normal usage.

Mileage history

Mar 2016: 32,332 mi PASSMar 2017: 48,429 mi FAILMar 2017: 48,429 mi PASSMar 2018: 63,534 mi PASSMar 2019: 80,503 mi PASSJun 2020: 95,266 mi FAILJun 2020: 95,266 mi PASSMay 2021: 103,910 mi FAILMay 2021: 103,914 mi PASSMay 2022: 117,065 mi FAILMay 2022: 117,065 mi PASSMay 2023: 129,508 mi FAILMay 2023: 129,508 mi PASSJun 2024: 138,462 mi PASSMay 2025: 144,654 mi FAILMay 2025: 144,660 mi PASSMay 2026: 158,529 mi PASS159k95k32kMar 2016May 2026

MOT test history — 11/17 passed

DateResultMileageDefects & advisories
Mar 2016 PASS 32,332 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Mar 2017 FAIL 48,429 mi
FAIL Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
FAIL Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Mar 2017 PASS 48,429 mi None recorded
Mar 2018 PASS 63,534 mi None recorded
Mar 2019 PASS 80,503 mi None recorded
Jun 2020 FAIL 95,266 mi
ADVISORY Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
DANGEROUS Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Jun 2020 PASS 95,266 mi None recorded
May 2021 FAIL 103,910 mi
MAJOR Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
ADVISORY both rear shocker bump stops loose x2
ADVISORY Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
May 2021 PASS 103,914 mi
ADVISORY both rear shocker bump stops loose x2
ADVISORY Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
May 2022 FAIL 117,065 mi
PRS Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
PRS Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
ADVISORY Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
ADVISORY Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
May 2022 PASS 117,065 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
ADVISORY Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
ADVISORY Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
May 2023 FAIL 129,508 mi
MAJOR Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
MAJOR Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
ADVISORY rear bump stops broken
May 2023 PASS 129,508 mi
ADVISORY rear bump stops broken
Jun 2024 PASS 138,462 mi None recorded
May 2025 FAIL 144,654 mi
MAJOR Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
MAJOR Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
MAJOR Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
May 2025 PASS 144,660 mi None recorded
May 2026 PASS 158,529 mi
ADVISORY There's an outstanding recall on BMW 3 SERIES BK13LMM.
MINOR Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
ADVISORY Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Foremost arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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