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GP59 BZV

2010 BMW 116

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

117,219 mi
Last recorded117,219 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2010 BMW 11672,202 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP59 BZV
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2010
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 117,219 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 24 Nov 2025 117,219 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 29 Nov 2024 111,010 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 23 Nov 2023 101,349 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Nov 2023 101,348 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2022 88,418 miles

Exhaust silencer slightly loose centre exhaust fitting loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2021 77,583 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2021 77,572 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 10 Nov 2021 77,544 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

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

Nearside Front shock absorber top rubber mount splitting

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing various cuts in tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Nov 2020 74,819 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Nov 2020 74,819 miles

Offside Rear Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2019 71,555 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2018 67,339 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2018 67,339 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Dec 2017 62,212 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm worn inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Dec 2016 56,615 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Dec 2015 48,329 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2014 41,663 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Dec 2013 31,373 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Jan 2013 23,847 miles

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

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

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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GP59 BZV is a 2010 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 GP59 BZV, 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 GP59 BZV registered?

GP59 BZV is a 2010 BMW 116, first registered on 19 January 2010.

Is GP59 BZV safe to buy?

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