2010 BMW X1 2.0L Diesel · BC02 ESC
2010 BMW X1 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 28 Apr 2010. Recorded mileage 128,647 miles. MOT valid until 03 May 2027. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- BMW X1
- Year / Origin
- 2010 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Valid until 03 May 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 128,647 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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BC02 ESC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 05/05/2026
- 128,647 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
BC02 ESC MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2010 BMW X1 (BC02 ESC) between May 2023 and May 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 05 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (4 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 8 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”.
BC02 ESC Mileage History
- 03/05/2023109,770 mi
- 26/04/2024115,206 mi+5,436 mi
- 27/04/2024115,206 mi
- 01/05/2025122,304 mi+7,098 mi
- 05/05/2026128,647 mi+6,343 mi
Average of roughly 6,280 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for BMW X1 (E84)
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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