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PL10 ARZ

2010 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Mar 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

79,898 mi
Last recorded79,898 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2010 BMW 11672,202 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL10 ARZ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 79,898 miles

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 26 Feb 2025 77,665 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 24 Feb 2025 77,644 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 5 Mar 2024 75,801 miles

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

FRONT AND REAR BRAKE PIPES CORRODED

OFFSIDE REAR SHOCK DAMP

Fail 27 Feb 2024 75,801 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

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

FRONT AND REAR BRAKE PIPES CORRODED

OFFSIDE FRONT TYRE PUNCTURED

OFFSIDE REAR SHOCK DAMP

Pass 21 Feb 2023 73,644 miles

Windscreen wiper blade defective BOTH FRONT (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2022 71,196 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2021 69,247 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2020 68,000 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 66,360 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 64,706 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 62,112 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 58,553 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 54,936 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 61,408 miles

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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PL10 ARZ is a 2010 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 PL10 ARZ, 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 PL10 ARZ registered?

PL10 ARZ is a 2010 BMW 116, first registered on 1 July 2010.

Is PL10 ARZ safe to buy?

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