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D19 VDG

2010 BMW 316

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jan 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

208,964 mi
Last recorded208,964 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2010 BMW 316108,675 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD19 VDG
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 208,964 miles

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both nearside & offside (5.3.2 (d))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both nearside & offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both nearside & offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2025 208,508 miles

Rear Anti-lock braking system wheel speed sensor damaged but not excessively (1.6 (c))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Jan 2025 208,508 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Anti-lock braking system wheel speed sensor damaged but not excessively (1.6 (c))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jan 2023 207,017 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both ready to show cords (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jan 2022 205,822 miles

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

Fail 13 Jan 2022 205,822 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 9 Dec 2020 204,483 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2019 202,028 miles

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

Fail 11 Jun 2019 202,028 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Road wheel more than one fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 May 2018 194,664 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 187,849 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 172,599 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 147,134 miles

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

Fail 27 Feb 2015 147,134 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2014 117,044 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Mar 2013 89,681 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 8 Mar 2013 89,681 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

OFFSIDE FRONT TYRE WORN

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

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

How Reliable is the BMW 316?

Based on 1,210,990 MOT tests across 108,989 vehicles.

69.2%
Pass Rate
5,781
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
108,989
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 71,150
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 70,761
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 45,241
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 39,617
parking brake recording little or no effort 33,703
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D19 VDG is a 2010 BMW 316 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2010 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 108,675 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 316 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 71,150 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D19 VDG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 316 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 16 years old, this BMW 316 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D19 VDG registered?

D19 VDG is a 2010 BMW 316, first registered on 12 March 2010.

Is D19 VDG safe to buy?

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