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A14 PFS

2010 BMW 3 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Dec 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

66,463 mi
Last recorded66,463 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 2010 BMW 3 Series86,531 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA14 PFS
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2025 66,463 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2024 64,158 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2023 62,299 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2022 59,906 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Dec 2021 58,170 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2020 56,506 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2019 55,036 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2018 52,743 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn close to cords inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Dec 2017 50,926 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2016 47,672 miles

Nearside rear tyre bald on inner edge

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 14 Dec 2016 47,661 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside rear tyre bald on inner edge

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Dec 2015 45,235 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin worn (3.5.1g)

diesel output too low to initiate smoke test

Fail 20 Dec 2014 34,044 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Dec 2014 34,044 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 25,980 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the BMW 3 Series?

Based on 12,840,406 MOT tests across 1,004,285 vehicles.

75.1%
Pass Rate
6,672
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,004,285
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 485,475
Brake pipe excessively corroded 323,327
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 253,205
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 185,099
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 182,360
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A14 PFS is a 2010 BMW 3 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2010 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 86,531 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 3 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 485,475 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A14 PFS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 3 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 16 years old, this BMW 3 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A14 PFS registered?

A14 PFS is a 2010 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 10 September 2010.

Is A14 PFS safe to buy?

The MOT history for A14 PFS shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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