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2013 BMW 1 Series 2.0L Diesel · DA13 BUE

DA13 BUE

2013 BMW 1 Series (2.0L, diesel). First registered 29 Apr 2013. Recorded mileage 41,026 miles. MOT valid until 27 Oct 2027. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.

Make & Model
BMW 1 SERIES
Year / Origin
2013 · Chester
Safety Recall
None Outstanding
MOT Status
Valid until 27 Oct 2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
41,026 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 2.0L
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MOT Status
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Valid until 27 Oct 2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2013
Engine
1995cc
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DA13 BUE Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 22/10/2026
  • 41,026 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)

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DA13 BUE MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 30 Oct 2026, 08:10
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2013 BMW 1 Series (DA13 BUE) between October 2024 and October 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 22 October 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 2 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))”.

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DA13 BUE Mileage History

  1. 24/10/202436,980 mi
  2. 24/10/202436,980 mi
  3. 27/10/202538,236 mi+1,256 mi
  4. 22/10/202641,026 mi+2,790 mi
  5. 22/10/202641,026 mi

Average of roughly 2,030 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

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May be subject to ULEZ charges
No Open Safety Recalls

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2013 Common Problems
MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
70
/ 100 · Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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Average MOT pass rate (60%)
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