2013 BMW 1 Series 1.6L Petrol · J7 VAV
2013 BMW 1 Series (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01 Mar 2013. Recorded mileage 48,618 miles. MOT valid until 18 Feb 2027. Taxed until 01 Jan 2027. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- BMW 1 SERIES
- Year / Origin
- 2013
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Valid until 18 Feb 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jan 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 48,618 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
J7 VAV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 19/01/2026
- 48,618 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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J7 VAV Mileage History
- 25/01/202237,369 mi
- 23/01/202340,302 mi+2,933 mi
- 19/01/202442,715 mi+2,413 mi
- 04/02/202545,618 mi+2,903 mi
- 19/01/202648,618 mi+3,000 mi
Average of roughly 2,824 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
J7 VAV MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2013 BMW 1 Series (J7 VAV) between January 2022 and January 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 4 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 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.
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