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BMW 4 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2013 · 1,995 cc

L13 HCGMOT history

L13 HCG is a blue diesel BMW 4 Series first used on 20 Sept 2013. Its MOT is valid until 5 Jul 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 124,656 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jul 2026.

L13 HCG blue BMW 4 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 4 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 5 Jul 2027
Mileage
124,656 mi
At MOT on 4 Jul 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
10,067 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L13 HCG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
4 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
20 Sept 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L13 HCG was last recorded at 124,656 miles on 4 Jul 2026, 136 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
124,520 miles · 1 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
136 miles
Average per year
10,067 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 124,656 miles
  • 2025 – 109,726 miles
  • 2024 – 95,634 miles
  • 2023 – 81,992 miles
  • 2022 – 78,280 miles
  • 2021 – 68,686 miles
  • 2020 – 60,703 miles
  • 2019 – 47,971 miles
  • 2018 – 29,629 miles
  • 2017 – 23,707 miles
  • 2016 – 20,228 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass124,656 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stonechip in swept area (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/40R19 1.9mm VERY CLOSE TO LEGAL LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

15 tests since 18 Feb 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass124,656 miles (+136)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    124,656 miles
    Test number
    297194640509
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stonechip in swept area (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/40R19 1.9mm VERY CLOSE TO LEGAL LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail124,520 miles (+14,794)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,520 miles
    Test number
    560290283782
    • MajorBody has an unsafe modification Front lower splitter damaged and has sharp edges (6.2.1 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 255/35R19 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stonechip in swept area (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/40R19 1.9mm VERY CLOSE TO LEGAL LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass109,726 miles (+14,092)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    109,726 miles
    Test number
    791980478568
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/35R19 1.9mm very close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass95,634 miles (+13,642)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    95,634 miles
    Test number
    751116353431
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass81,992 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    81,992 miles
    Test number
    678066800364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail81,992 miles (+3,712)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,992 miles
    Test number
    570880704731
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  7. Pass78,280 miles (+9,594)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    78,280 miles
    Test number
    992897821261
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass68,686 miles (+7,983)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    68,686 miles
    Test number
    222857715014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass60,703 miles (+12,732)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    60,703 miles
    Test number
    713512135259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass47,971 miles (+18,342)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    47,971 miles
    Test number
    164114037168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass29,629 miles (+2,006)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    29,629 miles
    Test number
    315623101316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass27,623 miles (+3,916)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    27,623 miles
    Test number
    946721274165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass23,707 miles (+3,479)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    23,707 miles
    Test number
    322913043544

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass20,228 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    20,228 miles
    Test number
    688469973547

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail20,228 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,228 miles
    Test number
    825550241930
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Questions about L13 HCG

Does L13 HCG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L13 HCG is valid until 5 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L13 HCG?
The MOT on L13 HCG is valid until 5 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L13 HCG done?
L13 HCG was recorded at 124,656 miles at its MOT on 4 Jul 2026, an average of 10,067 miles a year.
Has L13 HCG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L13 HCG has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on L13 HCG ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on L13 HCG find?
L13 HCG passed its latest MOT on 4 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stonechip in swept area; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/40r19 1.9mm very close to legal limit.

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