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2010 BMW 118 2.0L Petrol · MJ60 ABV

MJ60 ABV

2010 BMW 118 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 17 Nov 2010. Recorded mileage 133,067 miles. MOT expired on 23 Oct 2023. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model
BMW 118
Year / Origin
2010 · Manchester & Merseyside
Safety Recall
Recall Notice
MOT Status
Expired on 23 Oct 2023
Road Tax
Untaxed (19 Jun 2023)
Recorded Mileage
133,067 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
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Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

Action Required

Official DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.

MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 23 Oct 2023
Tax Status
Untaxed
Tax due 19 Jun 2023
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2010
Engine
1995cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle shows a stable maintenance trend with a clean record of passes, although the most recent MOT is significantly outdated. The last recorded test on 25 October 2022 at 133,067 miles resulted in a pass with no defects. Because the car has not undergone a formal inspection in nearly four years relative to the current date of 17 July 2026, its current roadworthiness cannot be verified by the available data. The mileage pattern is consistent with the vehicle's age, averaging roughly 8,317 miles per year. Between 23 October 2021 and 25 October 2022, the car covered 10,041 miles. A notable gap in usage exists after October 2022, as the mileage remained static at 133,067 miles. This suggests the vehicle has been stationary for a prolonged period, which often leads to secondary mechanical issues. A buyer must prioritise a physical inspection of components prone to degradation during long-term storage. Perished tyre sidewalls and seized brake calipers are common risks when a car sits idle. The absence of historical advisories regarding suspension bushes, coil springs, or structural corrosion is positive, but the lack of recent data means these areas require a fresh, critical assessment. Check for fluid leaks and battery health, as long periods of inactivity frequently cause seal shrinkage and deep discharge. Given the 2010 manufacture date, a thorough check for underbody rust is essential despite the clean MOT history. The vehicle requires a full mechanical health check to ensure it has not deteriorated since its last pass in 2022.
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MJ60 ABV Key Findings

  • 1 MOT test recorded
  • Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
  • Latest MOT passed on 25/10/2022
  • 133,067 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (2 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MJ60 ABV MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 22 Oct 2026, 06:14
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

1 MOT test are recorded for this 2010 BMW 118 (MJ60 ABV) between October 2022 and October 2022.

The record contains 1 pass and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 2 advisory notices note items to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 2 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant
Recall Notice Outstanding

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
55
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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MOT Expired or Failed
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Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
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Outstanding recall notice
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CERTIFICATE OF DESTRUCTION

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