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FD59 YYV

2010 BMW 316

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2018
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

124,760 mi
Last recorded124,760 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2017
Typical for 2010 BMW 316108,675 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD59 YYV
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2010
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2017 124,760 miles

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

o/s/r tyre wearing on inner edge

Fail 29 Jun 2017 124,760 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

o/s/r tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 2 Aug 2016 114,956 miles

front brake pads worn low.

Fail 26 Jul 2016 114,956 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

front brake pads worn low.

Pass 15 Jun 2015 107,680 miles

slight exhaust blow from flexi section.

Pass 26 Feb 2014 88,761 miles

N/S/F Tyre has a worn outer shoulder

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

There are several small stone chips across the windscreen

Fail 26 Feb 2014 88,761 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear Upper Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

N/S/F Tyre has a worn outer shoulder

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

There are several small stone chips across the windscreen

Pass 14 Feb 2013 67,324 miles

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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FD59 YYV is a 2010 BMW 316 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 FD59 YYV, 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 FD59 YYV registered?

FD59 YYV is a 2010 BMW 316, first registered on 12 February 2010.

Is FD59 YYV safe to buy?

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