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AV10 TAU

2010 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

38,548 mi
Last recorded38,548 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
Typical for 2010 BMW 11877,664 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV10 TAU
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2010
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2026 38,548 miles

An emissions test was carried out on this vehicle and the test limits were met but no output was recorded on the test equipment.

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

Fail 13 Jul 2026 38,548 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

An emissions test was carried out on this vehicle and the test limits were met but no output was recorded on the test equipment.

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

Pass 24 Jul 2025 30,092 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2024 23,697 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2023 23,185 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2022 22,713 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Aug 2021 22,270 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 22,167 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 28 Jun 2019 20,575 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 17,346 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 14,850 miles

both front tyres cracking!

both rear tyres worn on inner edges!

Pass 18 Jul 2016 11,380 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 9,046 miles

both rear tyres cracking!

Pass 15 Jul 2014 7,840 miles

all four tyres cracking!

Pass 12 Jul 2013 7,036 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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AV10 TAU is a 2010 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 AV10 TAU, 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

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What year was AV10 TAU registered?

AV10 TAU is a 2010 BMW 118, first registered on 16 July 2010.

Is AV10 TAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV10 TAU shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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