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BMW 1 Series 2010 Problems

Are you having problems with your 2010 BMW 1 Series? Let our team of motoring experts keep you up to date with all of the latest 2010 BMW 1 Series issues & faults. We have gathered all of the most frequently asked questions and problems relating to the 2010 BMW 1 Series in one spot to help you decide if it's a smart buy.

Smokey exhaust on a 2010 BMW 120i

The engine is probably worn and needs honing and new rings.

Used BMW 1 Series review: 2004-2015
The smallest vehicle in the BMW car range, the 1 Series uses sporty engines driving the rear wheels. Like everything else produced by the German auto maker it's aimed at those who enjoy driving, rather than people who treat it as a chore. However rear-drive inevitably steals cabin and boot space, something that's more
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Used BMW 1 Series review: 2004-2011
The 1 Series gave aspiring owners a propeller badge but costs mount with the miles. New The blue-and-white spinner emblem of BMW has been one of the more desired badges on the Australian motoring landscape. With so many aspiring to own a BMW, the company expanded its model range so more could join the club. The 3
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Used BMW 1 Series review: 2004-2015
Ewan Kennedy reviews the first and second generation BMW 1 Series coupe and hatch from 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 and 2015 as a used buy.
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Used BMW 1 Series review: 2004-2011
Graham Smith reviews the first-generation BMW 1 Series as a used buy.
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Used BMW 1 Series review: 2004-2014
Ewan Kennedy road tests and reviews the used 2004-2014 BMW 1 Series.
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Used BMW 135i review: 2008-2012
Graham Smith road tests and reviews the 2008 - 2012 BMW 135i as a used buy.
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Used BMW 1 Series review: 2004-2010
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Used BMW 1 Series review: 2004-2012
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Punctured tyre can't be repaired

Some run-flat tyres are marked that they can't be repaired, but that's not necessarily correct we've been told. Run-flats can be repaired providing the sidewall hasn't been damaged by being driven too far after the tyre deflated. There are tyre dealers other than Bridgestone dealers who have the equipment to remove run-flats from the rims and repair the tyres. Bridgestone have an equivalent conventional tyre to your run-flat and these can be fitted to your car.

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