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BD59 VYG

2010 BMW 118

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

175,762 mi
Last recorded175,762 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2010 BMW 11877,664 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD59 VYG
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2010
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 175,762 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2025 169,272 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 Feb 2024 162,776 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2023 158,280 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2022 153,541 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2021 149,774 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2020 147,074 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2019 139,551 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2019 139,546 miles

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

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

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Pass 13 Feb 2018 130,784 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2017 121,741 miles

handbrake efficiency close to minimum requirements (18%)

Pass 10 Feb 2016 109,003 miles

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)

offside front tyre worn outer edge

Pass 12 Feb 2015 95,212 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2014 71,336 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both front tyres bald on edge and perishing on sidewall

Pass 17 Dec 2012 45,263 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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BD59 VYG is a 2010 BMW 118 in Blue 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 BD59 VYG, 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 BD59 VYG registered?

BD59 VYG is a 2010 BMW 118, first registered on 14 January 2010.

Is BD59 VYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD59 VYG 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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