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BU60 ZKV

2010 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Feb 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

146,361 mi
Last recorded146,361 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2010 BMW 11877,664 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU60 ZKV
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2010
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 146,361 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened slight corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive lower intercooler (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front damage to bumper fixings, still secure

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive prop shaft/gearbox seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

TPMS warning on dash

emissions too low, not detected

Pass 21 Feb 2025 128,971 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi damaged (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2024 116,201 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2023 106,245 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2022 97,413 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 50% (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 80% (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 50% (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 80% (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Feb 2021 89,276 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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 19 Aug 2019 87,481 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 12 Aug 2019 87,334 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2018 79,883 miles

play in neaside rear upper inner suspension arm bush

Pass 15 Aug 2017 71,127 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 71,087 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 65,890 miles

n/s/r tyre

Pass 30 Dec 2015 57,411 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 56,890 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Nov 2015 56,830 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2014 48,266 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 40,553 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
Full BMW 118 reliability report

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BU60 ZKV is a 2010 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 BU60 ZKV, 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 BU60 ZKV registered?

BU60 ZKV is a 2010 BMW 118, first registered on 9 November 2010.

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