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RF10 ALU

2010 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2025
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

98,102 mi
Last recorded98,102 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2024
Typical for 2010 BMW 11672,202 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF10 ALU
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2024 98,102 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2018 94,102 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 26 Jun 2017 76,066 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 48,828 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 5 Aug 2014 42,427 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 5 Aug 2014 42,427 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 35,593 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 35,129 miles

Damage to screen outside swept area

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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RF10 ALU is a 2010 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 RF10 ALU, 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

How do I check the history of RF10 ALU?

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What year was RF10 ALU registered?

RF10 ALU is a 2010 BMW 116, first registered on 9 July 2010.

Is RF10 ALU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF10 ALU shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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