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WM59 GSO

2010 BMW 116

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Mar 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

127,331 mi
Last recorded127,331 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 2010 BMW 11672,202 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM59 GSO
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2010
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 127,331 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output CONDENSATION (4.1.4 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive UNDER TRAY PREVENTS FULL INSPECTION (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2025 116,180 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output WATER CONDENSATION (4.1.4 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive TRANSMISSION (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2024 106,090 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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 10 Mar 2023 96,143 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 Mar 2022 92,348 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Mar 2021 82,867 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2020 73,165 miles

nearside front tyre outer wall slightly damaged

Pass 13 Mar 2019 64,245 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 57,718 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 55,354 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2017 55,354 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 26 Feb 2016 50,251 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2016 50,251 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front (8.2.2)

Pass 6 Mar 2015 44,170 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2014 38,373 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 30,205 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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WM59 GSO is a 2010 BMW 116 in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 WM59 GSO, 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.

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What year was WM59 GSO registered?

WM59 GSO is a 2010 BMW 116, first registered on 16 February 2010.

Is WM59 GSO safe to buy?

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