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PL10 BMU

2010 BMW 118

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

79,059 mi
Last recorded79,059 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2025
Typical for 2010 BMW 11877,664 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL10 BMU
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2010
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc
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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2025 79,059 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2024 75,092 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2024 75,092 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 24 Jun 2023 69,093 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2022 65,384 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2021 59,294 miles

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

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

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

Fail 26 Jun 2021 59,294 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2020 56,307 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 51,606 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2018 45,316 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 40,114 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 34,517 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 29,238 miles

NSF tyre worn on outer edge

OSR caliper stained around piston seal

Pass 23 Jun 2014 23,678 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

wiper blades smearing but not effecting view

Pass 27 Jun 2013 17,241 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 118?

Based on 1,923,256 MOT tests across 197,877 vehicles.

81.5%
Pass Rate
6,893
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
197,877
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33,763
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14,229
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 10,699
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,439
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 6,974
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PL10 BMU is a 2010 BMW 118 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2010 BMW 118 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 77,664 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 118 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 33,763 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PL10 BMU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 118 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 16 years old, this BMW 118 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PL10 BMU registered?

PL10 BMU is a 2010 BMW 118, first registered on 2 July 2010.

Is PL10 BMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL10 BMU shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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