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BMW 120

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

C8 APGMOT history

C8 APG is a black diesel BMW 120 first used on 21 Jan 2005. Its MOT is valid until 21 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 20 MOT tests, with 142,931 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jan 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Jan 2027
Mileage
142,931 mi
At MOT on 19 Jan 2026
MOT tests
20
19 passed · 1 failed
Per year
6,707 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C8 APG
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
21 Jan 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C8 APG was last recorded at 142,931 miles on 19 Jan 2026, 8,020 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,911 miles · 13 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
8,020 miles
Average per year
6,707 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 142,931 miles
  • 2025 – 134,911 miles
  • 2024 – 125,764 miles
  • 2023 – 116,517 miles
  • 2022 – 108,500 miles
  • 2021 – 101,737 miles
  • 2020 – 96,723 miles
  • 2019 – 88,831 miles
  • 2018 – 82,673 miles
  • 2017 – 75,960 miles
  • 2016 – 72,055 miles
  • 2015 – 65,547 miles
  • 2014 – 58,257 miles
  • 2013 – 51,038 miles
  • 2012 – 43,622 miles
  • 2011 – 37,442 miles
  • 2010 – 32,537 miles
  • 2009 – 26,803 miles
  • 2008 – 22,169 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,931 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 5 MOTs since 2017
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2018

  • Under-trays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

20 tests since 18 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,931 miles (+8,020)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    142,931 miles
    Test number
    905665698017
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  2. Pass134,911 miles (+9,147)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    134,911 miles
    Test number
    599571069656
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  3. Pass125,764 miles (+9,247)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    125,764 miles
    Test number
    888805090385
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  4. Pass116,517 miles (+8,017)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    116,517 miles
    Test number
    350124686025
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively Both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt 2 seats in rear
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass108,500 miles (+6,763)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    108,500 miles
    Test number
    917582015543
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  6. Pass101,737 miles (+5,014)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    101,737 miles
    Test number
    310332731591
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x2

  7. Pass96,723 miles (+7,892)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    96,723 miles
    Test number
    610303393541
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  8. Pass88,831 miles (+6,158)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    88,831 miles
    Test number
    846217770934
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted

  9. Pass82,673 miles (+6,713)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    82,673 miles
    Test number
    797401392789
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit scrubbed (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit scrubbed (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted

  10. Pass75,960 miles (+3,905)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    75,960 miles
    Test number
    724172997796
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  11. Pass72,055 miles (+6,508)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    72,055 miles
    Test number
    722422790757
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  12. Pass65,547 miles (+7,290)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    65,547 miles
    Test number
    556293515003
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass58,257 miles (+7,219)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    58,257 miles
    Test number
    938774714071
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass51,038 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    51,038 miles
    Test number
    645892313043
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Fail51,038 miles (+7,416)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,038 miles
    Test number
    276071013070
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass43,622 miles (+6,180)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    43,622 miles
    Test number
    155046812080
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass37,442 miles (+4,905)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    37,442 miles
    Test number
    175872511072
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass32,537 miles (+5,734)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    32,537 miles
    Test number
    631333710081
    • NoteMissting of oil on high pressur hose.

  19. Pass26,803 miles (+4,634)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    26,803 miles
    Test number
    301995319068
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

  20. Pass22,169 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    22,169 miles
    Test number
    764528718084
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about C8 APG

Does C8 APG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C8 APG is valid until 21 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on C8 APG?
The MOT on C8 APG is valid until 21 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C8 APG done?
C8 APG was recorded at 142,931 miles at its MOT on 19 Jan 2026, an average of 6,707 miles a year.
Has C8 APG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C8 APG has failed 1 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jan 2013.
Has the mileage on C8 APG 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 C8 APG find?
C8 APG passed its latest MOT on 19 Jan 2026 with 7 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside rear brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 4 more.

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