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A5 BPO

2013 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

90,479 mi
Last recorded90,479 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW 12065,625 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA5 BPO
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 19 Jan 2026 90,479 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Jan 2025 88,085 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Jan 2024 85,730 miles

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Jan 2023 83,087 miles

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2023 83,087 miles

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2022 79,869 miles

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jan 2022 79,738 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2021 72,191 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 19 Feb 2020 65,891 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2019 59,255 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 52,924 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 46,024 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Jun 2016 33,698 miles

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

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

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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A5 BPO is a 2013 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 A5 BPO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A5 BPO registered?

A5 BPO is a 2013 BMW 120, first registered on 28 June 2013.

Is A5 BPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for A5 BPO shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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