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WJ60 VLN

2010 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

94,096 mi
Last recorded94,096 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2010 BMW 11672,202 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ60 VLN
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 94,096 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2025 94,079 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits Approx 2.2 (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 5 Nov 2024 87,311 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2023 80,140 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2022 74,900 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 74,138 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 72,454 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2020 72,454 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2019 71,329 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 71,311 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 64,541 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 17 Aug 2017 51,595 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 41,636 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 29,814 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2014 23,210 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Aug 2014 23,210 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 19,987 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake pad wear light on

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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WJ60 VLN is a 2010 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol 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 WJ60 VLN, 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 WJ60 VLN registered?

WJ60 VLN is a 2010 BMW 116, first registered on 3 September 2010.

Is WJ60 VLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJ60 VLN shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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