Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2013 BMW 135?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2013 BMW 135?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2013 BMW 135?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

How many 2013 BMW 135 vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

22% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2013 BMW 135 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 130 vehicles, the 2013 BMW 135 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 90.1%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2013 BMW 135?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2013 BMW 135 are: Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (31.5% of vehicles), Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (28.7% of vehicles), Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (26.6% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2013 BMW 135?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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BMW 135 (2013)

130 real MOT outcomes analysed • 90.1% first-time pass rate

2013 BMW 135

CarHunch analysed 130 real MOT records for the 2013 BMW 135. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.

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The 2013 BMW 135 is reliably passing its MOTs, with a 90.1% first-time pass rate well above the UK average of 80%, though the 21.5% rate of dangerous defects is a genuine concern for buyers and suggests you'll need to inspect any used example very carefully. Petrol models in this generation are known for strong reliability compared to their diesel counterparts, so favour petrol if you find one.

At around 54,000 miles for an 11-year-old car, these examples show moderate mileage, and the average 1.02 failures per vehicle suggests most get through without major issues—it's the 6.3 advisories per car that tell the real story, pointing to minor wear items and maintenance niggles that crop up regularly. Budget for some preventive work on suspension and brake components before purchase, and get a pre-buy inspection that specifically flags any history of electrical or cooling system problems.

We have limited data for the 2013 BMW 135 — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 of these cars have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

90.1%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

21.5%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.02

Over 8.7 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

55k

Middle half: 40k–66k

For context

These stats describe 130 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

What tends to go wrong

Based on 130 cars. % = share of cohort with at least one match (advisories + failures combined).

~1 in 3 Tyre wear

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (31.5%) · Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (28.7%) · Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (26.6%) · …

💡 Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. A used-car inspection will confirm how much is left.

~1 in 6 Suspension & steering

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) (18.9%)

💡 Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

~1 in 6 Brake wear

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (16.8%) · Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (12.6%) · Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (10.5%) · …

💡 Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

~1 in 10 Other issues

Oil leak, but not excessive (11.9%) · Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (10.5%) · Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt (9.1%)

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2013. Counts include advisories and failures.

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Before you buy a 2013 BMW 135

Based on MOT data from 130 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 21.5% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch →

Mileage Distribution

Most 2013 BMW 135 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

54,751

typical

40,128

low mileage

65,661

high mileage

Half of all 2013 BMW 135 vehicles fall between 40,128 and 65,661 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 40,128 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 40,128–65,661 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2013 BMW 135s sit.

⚠ Over 88,642 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2013 BMW 135 — Still on the Road

Almost all 2013 BMW 135s are still on the road.

Strong survival — 98 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 97% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2015–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

8.7

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.02

Avg failures per vehicle

6.3

Avg advisories per vehicle

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