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2013 BMW 1 Series 1.6L Petrol · LS13 RFO

LS13 RFO

2013 BMW 1 Series (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01/05/2013. Recorded mileage 22,888 miles. MOT valid until 07/12/2026. Taxed until 01/05/2027.

Make & Model
BMW 1 SERIES
Year / Origin
2013 · Wimbledon (South London)
MOT Status
Valid until 07/12/2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01/05/2027)
Recorded Mileage
22,888 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 1.6L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 07/12/2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01/05/2027
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
2013
Engine
1598cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The current test at 22,888 miles in June 2026 indicates a maintenance trend that is either stable or slightly improving, depending on the nature of the defects. The most recent MOT (2025-12-08) passed without major issues, suggesting that the vehicle has maintained its roadworthiness through basic upkeep and regular servicing without catastrophic failures. This stability implies that the vehicle does not currently exhibit structural risks such as severe suspension damage, brake disc corrosion, or exhaust emissions that would require urgent intervention. The mileage accumulation pattern is notably low compared to the vehicle's age of 13 years, with only 1,761 miles recorded annually. While this suggests the vehicle may have been driven less frequently than the typical owner of a 2013 model, the absence of rapid mileage spikes or significant wear indicators like cracked tyres or burnt engine parts points to a lack of aggressive consumption. However, the gap between the 2022 and 2023 tests, where only minor wear on tyres and brakes was noted, suggests that basic maintenance was skipped during the 2022-2023 period, potentially leading to a gradual increase in wear rates over time. In conclusion, given the consistent low mileage and the lack of severe mechanical faults, the 2013 BMW 1 SERIES is likely to remain roadworthy for the foreseeable future. The vehicle's history indicates that owners have prioritized basic upkeep and regular servicing, avoiding the accumulation of major defects that would necessitate a full MOT restart. While the lack of specific defects in the 2022-2023 period warrants a thorough inspection in the future, the current state of the vehicle suggests that it is not currently in a state of imminent danger.

LS13 RFO Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 08/12/2025
  • 22,888 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (8 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Valid MOT
✓ Taxed
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
✗ 1 dangerous defects found recently
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LS13 RFO Mileage History

  1. 29/11/202215,491 mi
  2. 29/11/202317,551 mi+2,060 mi
  3. 02/12/202421,562 mi+4,011 mi
  4. 28/11/202522,885 mi+1,323 mi
  5. 08/12/202522,888 mi+3 mi

Average of roughly 2,445 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

LS13 RFO MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 4 Jun 2026, 02:27
MOT Analysis

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 (LS13 RFO) between November 2022 and December 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 08 December 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (8 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 9 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: “Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))”; “Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))”; “Horn not working (7.7 (a))”.

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