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AV10 XOW

2010 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 May 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

148,690 mi
Last recorded148,690 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2010 BMW 1 Series74,132 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV10 XOW
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2010
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 148,690 miles
Pass 8 May 2025 147,203 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2024 140,213 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 132,695 miles

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 13 May 2022 124,925 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 13 May 2022 124,925 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 4 May 2021 117,349 miles
Pass 14 May 2020 115,631 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 13 May 2020 115,630 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2019 112,383 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Apr 2018 107,640 miles

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 28 Apr 2017 94,020 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2017 94,019 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Apr 2016 81,470 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2016 81,470 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Apr 2015 72,821 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2015 72,820 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 17 Apr 2014 64,308 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 44,396 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 1 Series?

Based on 985,320 MOT tests across 97,716 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
6,872
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
97,716
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 11,465
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4,886
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 4,140
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AV10 XOW is a 2010 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2010 BMW 1 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 74,132 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW 1 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 11,465 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AV10 XOW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 1 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 16 years old, this BMW 1 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AV10 XOW registered?

AV10 XOW is a 2010 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 23 June 2010.

Is AV10 XOW safe to buy?

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