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A23 SLT

2010 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Oct 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

97,030 mi
Last recorded97,030 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 2010 BMW 11877,664 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA23 SLT
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 97,030 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2024 91,042 miles

ENGINE COVER FITTED

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Pass 10 Oct 2023 80,899 miles

ENGINE COVER FITTED

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Pass 28 Sep 2022 76,104 miles

Nearside Front fog light loose

Fail 28 Sep 2022 76,104 miles

Nearside Front fog light loose

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Sep 2021 71,352 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Covers and under trays fitted

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Oct 2020 69,524 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 13 Oct 2020 69,524 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low Both front (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 26 Sep 2019 63,882 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2018 52,451 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 45,161 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2016 39,805 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2016 39,805 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2015 32,245 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 26,494 miles

Both Rear Tyres Badly Worn On Inner Edge

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 25 Jul 2013 21,535 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 118?

Based on 1,923,256 MOT tests across 197,877 vehicles.

81.5%
Pass Rate
6,893
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
197,877
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33,763
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14,229
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 10,699
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,439
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 6,974
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A23 SLT is a 2010 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2010 BMW 118 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 77,664 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 118 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 33,763 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A23 SLT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 118 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 16 years old, this BMW 118 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A23 SLT?

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What year was A23 SLT registered?

A23 SLT is a 2010 BMW 118, first registered on 30 June 2010.

Is A23 SLT safe to buy?

The MOT history for A23 SLT shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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