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BMW F SERIES2010 · 0.8L PETROL

DF10 LFP

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BMW F SERIES (2010, PETROL, 798cc) — mileage recorded at 22,043. MOT status: not recorded. Road tax: not taxed. Check full history before buying.

MOT
Expired
Expires 08/10/2017
Tax
Untaxed
Expires 03/05/2021
Fuel
PETROL
Year
2010
Engine
798cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The most recent MOT for this 2010 BMW F SERIES was recorded on 2016-09-19, with 22,043 miles. At that time, the test passed, but a minor issue was noted: a slight fluctuation in brake effort during the front roller brake test (3.3.A1d). This suggests the braking system was functioning but showed inconsistent performance. No other defects were recorded, which is a positive sign. However, the vehicle has not undergone an MOT since 2016, meaning its current condition is unknown and could have deteriorated significantly without recent inspection. The MOT history from 2015 reveals multiple failures, including a worn drive belt (6.2.1e), binding brakes (3.3.A1a and 3.3.C2c), seized footrests (20,989 miles), and a leaking shock absorber (20,981 miles). These issues indicate recurring problems with braking systems, suspension components, and mechanical wear. The 2015 failures were concentrated in a short period, suggesting potential neglect or underlying mechanical vulnerabilities. The 2016 pass with a minor brake fluctuation implies some repairs were made, but the lack of follow-up MOTs leaves uncertainty about long-term reliability. The trend in defects appears to have stabilized since 2016, as no further failures were recorded.

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35
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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
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✗ Poor MOT pass rate (40%)
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Full MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: Jun 3, 2026, 10:40 PM
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The most recent MOT for this 2010 BMW F SERIES was recorded on 2016-09-19, with 22,043 miles. At that time, the test passed, but a minor issue was noted: a slight fluctuation in brake effort during the front roller brake test (3.3.A1d). This suggests the braking system was functioning but showed inconsistent performance. No other defects were recorded, which is a positive sign. However, the vehicle has not undergone an MOT since 2016, meaning its current condition is unknown and could have deteriorated significantly without recent inspection. The MOT history from 2015 reveals multiple failures, including a worn drive belt (6.2.1e), binding brakes (3.3.A1a and 3.3.C2c), seized footrests (20,989 miles), and a leaking shock absorber (20,981 miles). These issues indicate recurring problems with braking systems, suspension components, and mechanical wear. The 2015 failures were concentrated in a short period, suggesting potential neglect or underlying mechanical vulnerabilities. The 2016 pass with a minor brake fluctuation implies some repairs were made, but the lack of follow-up MOTs leaves uncertainty about long-term reliability. The trend in defects appears to have stabilized since 2016, as no further failures were recorded.

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AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

This 2010 BMW F Series (DF10 LFP) has a recorded MOT history spanning from August 2015 to September 2016, with 5 MOT tests on record.

The vehicle has achieved an overall 40% pass rate, with 2 passes and 3 failures recorded. The failure history is significant; we recommend a thorough mechanical inspection before purchase.

The most commonly flagged areas across all MOT tests are: Brakes (3 issues), Suspension (1 issue). These areas are worth paying attention to when inspecting this vehicle.

There are 3 advisory notices in the MOT history. Advisories are not failures but indicate areas that may need attention in the future.

A total of 4 failure items have been recorded across all tests. Recent failure items include: “Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake Both (3.3.C2c)”; “Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)”; “Drive belt worn to excess (6.2.1e)”.

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