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2013 BMW 4 SERIES2.0L Diesel

L13 HCG

Vehicle Insight Summary

With 109,726 miles recorded, this Blue 2013 BMW 4 SERIES runs on Diesel with a 1995cc engine. MOT is not on record and tax is up to date.

MOT
Expired
Expires 04/07/2026
Tax
Taxed
Expires 01/07/2026
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Fuel
Diesel
Year
2013
Engine
1995cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance trend indicates a reactive rather than proactive approach. While the most recent test in July 2025 at 109,726 miles passed, the advisory for an offside rear tyre worn to 1.9mm suggests the owner neglected to replace essential consumables until they reached the legal limit. This pattern follows previous entries regarding mechanical components like brakes and steering, showing that faults are only addressed when they fail or trigger an advisory. The mileage progression is consistent with the vehicle's age, averaging approximately 8,400 miles per year over its thirteen-year life. There is a significant gap of 14,092 miles recorded between July 2023 and July 2025, representing a steady usage pattern. The lack of recorded defects between the 2022 and 2023 tests suggests a period of stable operation, though the reappearance of brake-related issues in later tests reflects typical wear for a high-performance German saloon of this vintage. A buyer must pay close attention to the steering and braking systems during physical inspection. The 2024 test flagged offside front play in the steering rack inner joints, a fault that can lead to imprecise handling and uneven tyre wear if not replaced. The recurring mention of pitted or scored front brake discs in both 2022 and 2024 indicates the braking components are reaching the end of their functional life. You should verify the current thickness of the discs and check for any vibration or binding in the calipers to ensure the previous mechanical issues have been properly rectified.

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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Euro EURO6

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Full MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 6 Jul 2026, 01:00
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance trend indicates a reactive rather than proactive approach. While the most recent test in July 2025 at 109,726 miles passed, the advisory for an offside rear tyre worn to 1.9mm suggests the owner neglected to replace essential consumables until they reached the legal limit. This pattern follows previous entries regarding mechanical components like brakes and steering, showing that faults are only addressed when they fail or trigger an advisory. The mileage progression is consistent with the vehicle's age, averaging approximately 8,400 miles per year over its thirteen-year life. There is a significant gap of 14,092 miles recorded between July 2023 and July 2025, representing a steady usage pattern. The lack of recorded defects between the 2022 and 2023 tests suggests a period of stable operation, though the reappearance of brake-related issues in later tests reflects typical wear for a high-performance German saloon of this vintage. A buyer must pay close attention to the steering and braking systems during physical inspection. The 2024 test flagged offside front play in the steering rack inner joints, a fault that can lead to imprecise handling and uneven tyre wear if not replaced. The recurring mention of pitted or scored front brake discs in both 2022 and 2024 indicates the braking components are reaching the end of their functional life. You should verify the current thickness of the discs and check for any vibration or binding in the calipers to ensure the previous mechanical issues have been properly rectified.

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AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

Checking the history for this 2013 BMW 4 Series (L13 HCG), we found 5 MOT results in the period of November 2022 to July 2025.

Historically, this vehicle has passed 80% of its MOT tests, totaling 4 passes against 1 fails. This is a strong MOT track record, suggesting the vehicle has been well-maintained.

The most commonly flagged areas across all MOT tests are: Brakes (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue), Steering (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue). These areas are worth paying attention to when inspecting this vehicle.

There are 4 advisory notices in the MOT history. Advisories are not failures but indicate areas that may need attention in the future.

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