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JB05 POW

2010 BMW 116

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jan 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

89,698 mi
Last recorded89,698 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2026
Typical for 2010 BMW 11672,202 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJB05 POW
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2010
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2026 89,698 miles

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jan 2025 80,783 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2024 74,781 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2023 73,522 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2022 71,052 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2021 65,996 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2020 65,361 miles

Nearside Front pad wear sensor wire rubbing on wheel

Pass 16 Jan 2019 64,132 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2018 62,468 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 60,669 miles

engine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring some items

Pass 2 Jan 2016 58,839 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2015 56,552 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 55,888 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2013 43,199 miles

Emissions to clean to register on tester.

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil low.

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.2c)

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

Pass 15 Oct 2013 43,199 miles

Emissions to clean to register on tester.

Oil low.

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.2c)

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

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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JB05 POW is a 2010 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 JB05 POW, 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 JB05 POW registered?

JB05 POW is a 2010 BMW 116, first registered on 5 November 2010.

Is JB05 POW safe to buy?

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