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A553 GAP

2013 BMW 1 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

100,482 mi
Last recorded100,482 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 1 Series65,681 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA553 GAP
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2025 100,482 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2024 95,234 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Aug 2023 89,289 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2022 86,329 miles

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

Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity Both light units tinted (4.2.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2021 82,574 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources one number plate light bulb u/s (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2020 77,595 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 21 Sep 2019 70,404 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Sep 2018 59,851 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 57,253 miles

Nearside Front tyre has cut in sidewall not deep enough to reach cords

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Oct 2016 46,379 miles

ADVISE CUT TO N/S FRONT TYRE KERB BAND

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 30 Dec 2015 36,508 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2015 36,508 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

How Reliable is the BMW 1 Series?

Based on 985,320 MOT tests across 97,716 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
6,872
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
97,716
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 11,465
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4,886
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 4,140
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A553 GAP is a 2013 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2013 BMW 1 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 65,681 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 1 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 11,465 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A553 GAP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 1 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 13 years old, this BMW 1 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A553 GAP registered?

A553 GAP is a 2013 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 19 March 2013.

Is A553 GAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for A553 GAP shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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