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YH10 OAP

2010 BMW 123

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

172,215 mi
Last recorded172,215 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2010 BMW 12379,670 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH10 OAP
MakeBMW
Model123
Year2010
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 172,215 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2024 168,505 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 6 Dec 2023 162,797 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2022 156,676 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2022 156,676 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 25 Jan 2022 139,874 miles

Nearside Front tyres outer sidewall starting to budge

Fail 25 Jan 2022 139,874 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front tyres outer sidewall starting to budge

Pass 26 Jan 2021 121,213 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

TPMS light on

Fail 22 Jan 2021 121,213 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

TPMS light on

Pass 24 Jan 2020 99,841 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 14 Jan 2019 71,201 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2018 61,869 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2017 55,040 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2016 46,559 miles

heavy wear and cuts to n/s r tyre edge

heavy wear and small cuts to o/s/f tyre edge

wear to n/s f tyre edge

wear to o/s r tyre edge

Fail 26 Jan 2016 46,559 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

heavy wear and cuts to n/s r tyre edge

heavy wear and small cuts to o/s/f tyre edge

wear to n/s f tyre edge

wear to o/s r tyre edge

Pass 3 Sep 2014 32,988 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 21,140 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

How Reliable is the BMW 123?

Based on 78,838 MOT tests across 5,186 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
7,303
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
5,186
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,813
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 975
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 630
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 505
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 456
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YH10 OAP is a 2010 BMW 123 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2010 BMW 123 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 79,670 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW 123 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,813 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YH10 OAP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 123 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 16 years old, this BMW 123 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YH10 OAP registered?

YH10 OAP is a 2010 BMW 123, first registered on 8 April 2010.

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The MOT history for YH10 OAP shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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