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AE63 BWX

2013 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

103,277 mi
Last recorded103,277 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 12065,625 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE63 BWX
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 103,277 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2024 97,699 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2023 91,242 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2022 83,178 miles

SLIGHT TRAVEL ON HANDBRAKE

Pass 11 Nov 2021 76,854 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 69,530 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2020 69,530 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2019 64,479 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2019 64,477 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 12 Sep 2019 64,104 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 pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Sep 2018 53,553 miles

under trays / engine covers fitted covering components

Fail 3 Sep 2018 53,553 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

under trays / engine covers fitted covering components

Pass 12 Sep 2017 47,418 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

engine covers / under trays fitted covering components

Pass 15 Sep 2016 35,959 miles

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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AE63 BWX is a 2013 BMW 120 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 120 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 65,625 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 120 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 22,169 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE63 BWX, 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 AE63 BWX registered?

AE63 BWX is a 2013 BMW 120, first registered on 1 September 2013.

Is AE63 BWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE63 BWX 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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