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SM10 UTP

2010 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

127,643 mi
Last recorded127,643 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2026
Typical for 2010 BMW 11672,202 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM10 UTP
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2026 127,643 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2024 118,756 miles

Nearside Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Oct 2022 97,893 miles

Nearside Rear approaching limits

advise long handbrake travel

Fail 7 Oct 2022 97,893 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear approaching limits

advise long handbrake travel

Pass 8 Oct 2021 83,956 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 2 Oct 2020 74,971 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 66,633 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2018 58,557 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 47,629 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

brake pad warning lamp illuminated

Pass 16 Jun 2016 26,572 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 20,827 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)

Pass 7 Jun 2014 16,787 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 12,182 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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SM10 UTP is a 2010 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 SM10 UTP, 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 SM10 UTP registered?

SM10 UTP is a 2010 BMW 116, first registered on 9 June 2010.

Is SM10 UTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM10 UTP shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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