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AO10 VMT

2010 BMW 1 Series

Silver Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2023
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

43,500 mi
Last recorded43,500 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2022
Typical for 2010 BMW 1 Series74,132 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO10 VMT
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2010
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2022 43,500 miles

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

Fail 11 Apr 2022 43,489 miles

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

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Sub-frame fractured n/s (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Lower Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive light on dash (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2021 43,324 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2020 40,944 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively Front & Rear Both Side (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Vehicle has covers fitted unable to see certain testable items

Pass 23 May 2019 34,570 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 31,875 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 29,727 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 27,000 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 24,645 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 24,531 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 18,528 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 14,556 miles

Front tyres wearing outer edges.

How Reliable is the BMW 1 Series?

Based on 985,320 MOT tests across 97,716 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
6,872
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
97,716
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 11,465
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4,886
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 4,140
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AO10 VMT is a 2010 BMW 1 Series in Silver with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2010 BMW 1 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 74,132 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 1 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 11,465 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AO10 VMT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 1 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 16 years old, this BMW 1 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AO10 VMT registered?

AO10 VMT is a 2010 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 29 May 2010.

Is AO10 VMT safe to buy?

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