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MX10 RKU

2010 BMW 116

Red Diesel 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

104,401 mi
Last recorded104,401 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 2010 BMW 11672,202 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX10 RKU
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2010
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 104,401 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2024 98,917 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2023 89,435 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/60x17 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Sep 2022 81,164 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2022 81,164 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Sep 2021 73,200 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 68,243 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2020 68,243 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 2 Oct 2019 60,843 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2019 57,470 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 19 Feb 2018 49,458 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2017 41,986 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 36,840 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Feb 2015 31,277 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2015 31,277 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Feb 2014 27,156 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2013 24,437 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)

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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MX10 RKU is a 2010 BMW 116 in Red with a 1,596cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 MX10 RKU, 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 MX10 RKU registered?

MX10 RKU is a 2010 BMW 116, first registered on 1 March 2010.

Is MX10 RKU safe to buy?

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