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EK10 LHJ

2010 BMW 116

White Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2024
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

119,659 mi
Last recorded119,659 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2023
Typical for 2010 BMW 11672,202 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK10 LHJ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2010
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2023 119,659 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2022 95,268 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2021 92,894 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2019 89,878 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2019 89,878 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 27 Oct 2018 85,174 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2017 81,228 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2016 76,516 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 72,716 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 56,588 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Aug 2013 42,553 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

near side front tyre worn on edge

near side rear tyre worn on edge

off side front tyre worn on edge

Pass 15 May 2013 41,250 miles

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

How Reliable is the BMW 116?

Based on 1,638,388 MOT tests across 141,314 vehicles.

80.9%
Pass Rate
6,730
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
141,314
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 24,729
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 9,380
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,330
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EK10 LHJ is a 2010 BMW 116 in White with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2010 BMW 116 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 72,202 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 116 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 24,729 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EK10 LHJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 116 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 16 years old, this BMW 116 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EK10 LHJ registered?

EK10 LHJ is a 2010 BMW 116, first registered on 26 May 2010.

Is EK10 LHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK10 LHJ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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