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LK10 SMX

2010 BMW 123

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jan 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

114,703 mi
Last recorded114,703 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2010 BMW 12379,670 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK10 SMX
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 114,703 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Jan 2025 107,543 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2025 107,543 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Jan 2024 100,592 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2023 94,411 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jan 2022 87,669 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2022 87,669 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jan 2021 82,333 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2020 77,276 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2019 71,070 miles

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

Pass 16 Jan 2018 64,110 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2017 57,376 miles

cover tray fitted

Pass 14 Mar 2016 47,581 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 39,384 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 29,798 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)

Fail 28 Feb 2013 18,718 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Feb 2013 18,718 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 123?

Based on 78,838 MOT tests across 5,186 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
7,303
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
5,186
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,813
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 975
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 630
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 505
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 456
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LK10 SMX is a 2010 BMW 123 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2010 BMW 123 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 79,670 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 123 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,813 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LK10 SMX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 123 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 16 years old, this BMW 123 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LK10 SMX registered?

LK10 SMX is a 2010 BMW 123, first registered on 31 March 2010.

Is LK10 SMX safe to buy?

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