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VA10 FFV

2010 BMW 116

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Dec 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

134,465 mi
Last recorded134,465 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2010 BMW 11672,202 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA10 FFV
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2010
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 134,465 miles

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Nov 2025 134,465 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2024 126,318 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

undertrays fitted

Pass 16 Nov 2023 116,047 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2023 116,043 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Nov 2022 106,218 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2021 98,390 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 91,377 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 74,040 miles
Pass 26 May 2018 58,442 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 36,473 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 32,267 miles

Front wipers smearing

Pass 25 Aug 2015 28,007 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 22,618 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 18,324 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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VA10 FFV is a 2010 BMW 116 in Grey 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 VA10 FFV, 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 VA10 FFV registered?

VA10 FFV is a 2010 BMW 116, first registered on 27 August 2010.

Is VA10 FFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for VA10 FFV shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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