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LV10 VSU

2010 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

33,433 mi
Last recorded33,433 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2010 BMW 11672,202 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV10 VSU
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 33,433 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Mar 2025 32,778 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing x2 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 17 Mar 2025 32,778 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing x2 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Mar 2024 31,455 miles

Nearside Front Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 22 Mar 2023 30,594 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2022 29,899 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 29,043 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 27,738 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 25,918 miles
Fail 28 May 2019 25,918 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2018 23,163 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2018 23,163 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 1 Jun 2017 19,814 miles

Nail nearside front tyre

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit ~3mm 205/55/16 91H (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 May 2016 16,831 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 14,116 miles

nearside front tyre has some kerb damage but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

Pass 6 May 2014 9,792 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 7,742 miles
Fail 29 May 2013 7,742 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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LV10 VSU is a 2010 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 LV10 VSU, 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 LV10 VSU registered?

LV10 VSU is a 2010 BMW 116, first registered on 4 June 2010.

Is LV10 VSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV10 VSU shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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