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2013 BMW 120 2.0L Diesel · LL13 AVA

LL13 AVA

2013 BMW 120 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 09 Sept 2013. Recorded mileage 97,395 miles. MOT expired on 19 Sept 2024. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model
BMW 120
Year / Origin
2013 · Wimbledon (South London)
Safety Recall
Recall Notice
MOT Status
Expired on 19 Sept 2024
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
97,395 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 2.0L
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Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

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MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 19 Sept 2024
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2013
Engine
1995cc
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LL13 AVA Key Findings

  • 3 MOT tests recorded
  • Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
  • Latest MOT passed on 20/09/2023
  • 97,395 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (2 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

LL13 AVA MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 2 Sept 2026, 01:07
MOT Analysis

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3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2013 BMW 120 (LL13 AVA) between September 2021 and September 2023.

The record contains 3 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 5 advisory notices note items to monitor.

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

In total 5 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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LL13 AVA Mileage History

  1. 17/09/202182,509 mi
  2. 21/09/202293,454 mi+10,945 mi
  3. 20/09/202397,395 mi+3,941 mi

Average of roughly 7,418 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges
Recall Notice Outstanding

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
50
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ Outstanding recall notice
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