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BV10 ERK

2010 BMW 118

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jan 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

53,805 mi
Last recorded53,805 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2010 BMW 11877,664 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV10 ERK
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2010
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 53,805 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2025 52,848 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2024 51,688 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2023 50,624 miles

all four tyres cracking on side walls

Pass 11 Mar 2022 49,688 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 48,189 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2020 47,678 miles

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

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

under tray fitted obscuring view

Pass 28 Feb 2019 45,220 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive Slight leak from gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 5 Mar 2018 42,817 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

car as under trays

Pass 9 Feb 2017 41,660 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 36,824 miles

CAR AS UNDER TRAYS

FRONT & REAR TYRES TREAD EDGES SPLITING

Fail 25 Feb 2015 29,657 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Feb 2015 29,657 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Feb 2014 22,841 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 14,888 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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BV10 ERK is a 2010 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol 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 BV10 ERK, 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

How do I check the history of BV10 ERK?

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What year was BV10 ERK registered?

BV10 ERK is a 2010 BMW 118, first registered on 1 March 2010.

Is BV10 ERK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV10 ERK 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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