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YF59 ZLV

2010 BMW 116

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

118,111 mi
Last recorded118,111 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2025
Typical for 2010 BMW 11672,202 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF59 ZLV
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2010
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2025 118,111 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2024 115,906 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2023 113,020 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2021 95,764 miles

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

Offside 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 mounting brackets (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 13 Jul 2021 95,641 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction Illuminated during test. (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2020 80,182 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2019 75,579 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 70,394 miles

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

brake warning lamp on

Pass 15 Jun 2017 66,854 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2016 63,217 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 17 Jun 2015 58,373 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2015 56,167 miles

Front blades smearing slightly

Pass 4 Feb 2014 50,161 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 43,789 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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YF59 ZLV is a 2010 BMW 116 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 YF59 ZLV, 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 YF59 ZLV registered?

YF59 ZLV is a 2010 BMW 116, first registered on 9 February 2010.

Is YF59 ZLV safe to buy?

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