Official DVLA Record
Outstanding Recall

2010 BMW 118 2.0L Petrol · MJ60 ABV

MJ60 ABV

2010 BMW 118 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 17/11/2010. Recorded mileage 133,067 miles. MOT status: Expired. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model
BMW 118
Year / Origin
2010 · Manchester & Merseyside
Safety Recall
Recall Notice
MOT Status
Valid until 23/10/2023
Road Tax
Untaxed (19/06/2023)
Recorded Mileage
133,067 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults

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
Valid until 23/10/2023
Tax Status
Untaxed
Tax due 19/06/2023
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2010
Engine
1995cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

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vehicle shows a stable maintenance trend with a clean record of passes, although the most recent MOT is significantly outdated.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.

MJ60 ABV Key Findings

  • 2 MOT tests 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.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
55
/ 100 · Below Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
✓ Taxed
✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
! Older vehicle
✗ Outstanding recall notice
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Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant
Recall Notice Outstanding

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MJ60 ABV Mileage History

  1. 23/10/2021122,026 mi
  2. 25/10/2022133,067 mi+11,041 mi

Average of roughly 10,983 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.

MJ60 ABV MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 18 Sept 2026, 11:48
MOT Analysis

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

2 MOT tests are recorded for this 2010 BMW 118 (MJ60 ABV) between October 2021 and October 2022.

The record contains 2 passes 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.

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ADVISORY