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FT10 VXG

2010 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

160,673 mi
Last recorded160,673 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2010 BMW 11672,202 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT10 VXG
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 160,673 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front suspension arms inner bushes nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear subframe and suspension components corroded

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring view of testable components

Pass 4 Sep 2024 154,141 miles

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively O bush (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2023 144,797 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

EXHAUST FRONT FLEXIBLE WEAK AND IN POOR CONDITION

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Fail 16 Aug 2023 144,795 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak STRUT (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

EXHAUST FRONT FLEXIBLE WEAK AND IN POOR CONDITION

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 3 Sep 2022 134,343 miles

Front Exhaust silencer slightly loose FLEXIBLE PIPE (8.1.1 (b) (i))

REAR BRAKE PAD SENSOR WIRE BROKEN

Fail 3 Sep 2022 134,343 miles

Front Exhaust silencer slightly loose FLEXIBLE PIPE (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

REAR BRAKE PAD SENSOR WIRE BROKEN

Pass 31 Aug 2021 125,296 miles

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

Manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Fail 31 Aug 2021 125,296 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Pass 9 Sep 2020 113,501 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Exhaust silencer slightly loose front pipe (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components

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

Fail 8 Sep 2020 113,501 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Exhaust silencer slightly loose front pipe (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components

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

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2019 90,503 miles

Manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Pass 24 Jan 2018 71,636 miles

Manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Fail 24 Jan 2018 71,635 miles

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

Manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 11 Nov 2016 62,113 miles

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 17 Aug 2015 49,899 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 38,097 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 25,538 miles
Fail 30 May 2013 25,537 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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FT10 VXG is a 2010 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FT10 VXG, 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 FT10 VXG registered?

FT10 VXG is a 2010 BMW 116, first registered on 30 June 2010.

Is FT10 VXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT10 VXG shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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