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B21 BUJ

2010 BMW 118

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

86,749 mi
Last recorded86,749 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2010 BMW 11877,664 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB21 BUJ
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 86,749 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin o/s ,n/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 24 Apr 2026 86,591 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2025 76,686 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2025 76,686 miles

Front Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Pass 16 Apr 2024 73,353 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2024 73,180 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Apr 2023 69,405 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Inner & Outer edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Inner & Outer edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Apr 2023 69,405 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Inner & Outer edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Inner & Outer edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 May 2022 65,351 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2021 63,472 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2020 60,147 miles

Offside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 8 Apr 2019 54,954 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 51,221 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2018 51,221 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 27 Mar 2017 48,051 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 47,959 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 42,621 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Jul 2014 37,659 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2013 25,752 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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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B21 BUJ is a 2010 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 B21 BUJ, 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 B21 BUJ registered?

B21 BUJ is a 2010 BMW 118, first registered on 16 June 2010.

Is B21 BUJ safe to buy?

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