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BMW 120

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

A12 JGYMOT history

A12 JGY is a black diesel BMW 120 first used on 23 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 17 Oct 2027 and it has passed 17 of 19 MOT tests, with 82,654 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Oct 2027
Mileage
82,654 mi
At MOT on 1 Oct 2026
MOT tests
19
17 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,937 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
A12 JGY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
120
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
23 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

A12 JGY was last recorded at 82,654 miles on 1 Oct 2026, 2,587 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,067 miles · 18 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
2,587 miles
Average per year
3,937 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 82,654 miles
  • 2025 – 80,067 miles
  • 2024 – 77,459 miles
  • 2023 – 74,107 miles
  • 2022 – 70,909 miles
  • 2021 – 68,298 miles
  • 2020 – 65,052 miles
  • 2019 – 61,277 miles
  • 2018 – 56,299 miles
  • 2017 – 50,877 miles
  • 2016 – 45,257 miles
  • 2015 – 39,751 miles
  • 2014 – 33,470 miles
  • 2013 – 27,139 miles
  • 2011 – 21,898 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,654 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

19 tests since 26 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,654 miles (+2,587)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    82,654 miles
    Test number
    143799265309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass80,067 miles (+2,608)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    80,067 miles
    Test number
    875732288073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass77,459 miles (+33)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    77,459 miles
    Test number
    387552264952

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail77,426 miles (+3,319)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,426 miles
    Test number
    242224731429
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sub frame stabiliser bar corroded at support mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sub frame stabiliser bar corrded at support mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass74,107 miles (+3,198)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    74,107 miles
    Test number
    640633832070
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured both sides rear (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass70,909 miles (+2,611)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    70,909 miles
    Test number
    712392554316
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass68,298 miles (+3,246)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    68,298 miles
    Test number
    852067017468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass65,052 miles (+3,775)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    65,052 miles
    Test number
    845581589173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass61,277 miles (+4,978)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    61,277 miles
    Test number
    629767409840

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass56,299 miles (+5,422)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    56,299 miles
    Test number
    748805694023
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass50,877 miles (+5,620)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    50,877 miles
    Test number
    233751501580
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass45,257 miles (+5,506)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    45,257 miles
    Test number
    175818598431
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Pass39,751 miles (+6,281)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    39,751 miles
    Test number
    290724254573
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyre treads close to legal limit and bald on inner edges, 245/35r18

  14. Pass33,470 miles (+6,331)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    33,470 miles
    Test number
    896409534389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass27,139 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    27,139 miles
    Test number
    797886643323
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass39,606 km (+7,852)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2014
    Odometer
    39,606 km
    Test number
    746809513139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass31,754 km
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2013
    Odometer
    31,754 km
    Test number
    446395022159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail31,754 km1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,754 km
    Test number
    666295322108
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  19. Pass21,898 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2012
    Odometer
    21,898 miles
    Test number
    466846411105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about A12 JGY

Does A12 JGY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on A12 JGY is valid until 17 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on A12 JGY?
The MOT on A12 JGY is valid until 17 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has A12 JGY done?
A12 JGY was recorded at 82,654 miles at its MOT on 1 Oct 2026, an average of 3,937 miles a year.
Has A12 JGY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. A12 JGY has failed 2 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on A12 JGY ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on A12 JGY find?
A12 JGY passed its latest MOT on 1 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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