BMW logo

BMW 120

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

A12 SEBMOT history

A12 SEB is a black diesel BMW 120 first used on 4 Mar 2005. Its MOT is valid until 2 Dec 2026 and it has passed 18 of 21 MOT tests, with 26,568 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Dec 2025.

A12 SEB black BMW 1 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 1 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 2 Dec 2026
Mileage
26,568 mi
At MOT on 3 Dec 2025
MOT tests
21
18 passed · 3 failed
Per year
713 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for A12 SEB in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
A12 SEB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
120
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
4 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

A12 SEB was last recorded at 26,568 miles on 3 Dec 2025, 505 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
26,063 miles · 3 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
505 miles
Average per year
713 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 26,568 miles
  • 2024 – 26,063 miles
  • 2023 – 25,560 miles
  • 2021 – 24,578 miles
  • 2020 – 24,178 miles
  • 2019 – 23,725 miles
  • 2018 – 23,152 miles
  • 2017 – 22,722 miles
  • 2016 – 22,298 miles
  • 2015 – 21,326 miles
  • 2014 – 20,747 miles
  • 2013 – 19,891 miles
  • 2012 – 18,851 miles
  • 2011 – 18,074 miles
  • 2010 – 16,809 miles
  • 2009 – 15,553 miles
  • 2008 – 13,924 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass26,568 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.

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Undertrays fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

21 tests since 6 Mar 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass26,568 miles (+505)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    26,568 miles
    Test number
    891718835008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass26,063 miles (+503)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    26,063 miles
    Test number
    280635640468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass25,560 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    25,560 miles
    Test number
    671592235071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail25,560 miles (+303)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,560 miles
    Test number
    483386103259
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass25,257 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    25,257 miles
    Test number
    289565127009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail25,257 miles (+679)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,257 miles
    Test number
    181522635432
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass24,578 miles (+400)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    24,578 miles
    Test number
    243836347541
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass24,178 miles (+453)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    24,178 miles
    Test number
    760039539879
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing uneven

  9. Pass23,725 miles (+573)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    23,725 miles
    Test number
    157939588771
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres slightly distorted across tread

  10. Pass23,152 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    23,152 miles
    Test number
    976159940039
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  11. Fail23,152 miles (+430)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,152 miles
    Test number
    947983858937
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  12. Pass22,722 miles (+424)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    22,722 miles
    Test number
    902835536449
    • AdvisoryOdd size tyres fitted front to rear
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  13. Pass22,298 miles (+972)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    22,298 miles
    Test number
    490715906898
    • AdvisoryOdd tyres fitted front to rear
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  14. Pass21,326 miles (+579)7 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    21,326 miles
    Test number
    886316995153
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteBoth front brake hoses starting to crack up slightly.
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn 3-4mm and cracking up slightly.
    • NoteRear subframe getting rusty.
    • NoteSome brake pipes starting to rust.

  15. Pass20,747 miles (+856)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    20,747 miles
    Test number
    559442394197
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass19,891 miles (+1,040)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    19,891 miles
    Test number
    236850413282
    • NoteOffside door mirror glass cracked.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass18,851 miles (+777)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    18,851 miles
    Test number
    185959962019
    • NoteO/s door mirror cracked

  18. Pass18,074 miles (+1,265)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    18,074 miles
    Test number
    139019151453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass16,809 miles (+1,256)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    16,809 miles
    Test number
    142035350496
    • NoteDIFFERENT SIZED TYRES FITTED FRONT TO REAR
    • NoteUNDER BODY COVERED WITH PLASTIC COVERS

  20. Pass15,553 miles (+1,629)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    15,553 miles
    Test number
    574060179089
    • NoteDIFFERENT SIZE TYRES FITTED FRONT TO REAR
    • NoteN/S/F TYRE OUTER EDGE SCUFFED SLIGHTLY

  21. Pass13,924 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    13,924 miles
    Test number
    240826368072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about A12 SEB

Does A12 SEB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on A12 SEB is valid until 2 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on A12 SEB?
The MOT on A12 SEB is valid until 2 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has A12 SEB done?
A12 SEB was recorded at 26,568 miles at its MOT on 3 Dec 2025, an average of 713 miles a year.
Has A12 SEB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. A12 SEB has failed 3 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on A12 SEB 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 SEB find?
A12 SEB passed its latest MOT on 3 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

Related registrations

Browse all A12S registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.