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BMW 120

Black · Diesel · 2007 · 1,995 cc

F5 MBRMOT history

F5 MBR is a black diesel BMW 120 first used on 30 Mar 2007. Its MOT is valid until 19 Aug 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 109,439 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Aug 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Aug 2027
Mileage
109,439 mi
At MOT on 20 Aug 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,936 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
F5 MBR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
120
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
30 Mar 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

F5 MBR was last recorded at 109,439 miles on 20 Aug 2026, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,429 miles · 18 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
4,936 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 109,439 miles
  • 2025 – 106,765 miles
  • 2024 – 102,509 miles
  • 2023 – 100,021 miles
  • 2022 – 96,187 miles
  • 2020 – 95,643 miles
  • 2019 – 93,667 miles
  • 2018 – 87,896 miles
  • 2017 – 81,591 miles
  • 2016 – 73,802 miles
  • 2015 – 66,542 miles
  • 2014 – 58,440 miles
  • 2013 – 45,597 miles
  • 2012 – 42,198 miles
  • 2011 – 37,048 miles
  • 2010 – 31,078 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,439 miles
  • AdvisoryEngine/body covers are fitted to the underside of the vehicleRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

21 tests since 5 Oct 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,439 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    109,439 miles
    Test number
    443744520278
    • AdvisoryEngine/body covers are fitted to the underside of the vehicle

  2. Fail109,429 miles (+2,664)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,429 miles
    Test number
    969155811108
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine/body covers are fitted to the underside of the vehicle

  3. Pass106,765 miles (+4,256)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    106,765 miles
    Test number
    622281347317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass102,509 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    102,509 miles
    Test number
    898276442736
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  5. Fail102,509 miles (+2,488)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,509 miles
    Test number
    634955704555
    • Repaired at testFront Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  6. Pass100,021 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    100,021 miles
    Test number
    653111623967
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  7. Fail100,019 miles (+3,832)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,019 miles
    Test number
    922695797675
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass96,187 miles (+544)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    96,187 miles
    Test number
    795342019112
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass95,643 miles (+1,976)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    95,643 miles
    Test number
    163509089012
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Pass93,667 miles (+5,771)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    93,667 miles
    Test number
    910023974544

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass87,896 miles (+6,305)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    87,896 miles
    Test number
    270207963981

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass81,591 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    81,591 miles
    Test number
    984963052200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail81,591 miles (+7,789)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,591 miles
    Test number
    306818666101
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm edges worn (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm edges worn (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  14. Pass73,802 miles (+7,260)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    73,802 miles
    Test number
    371548845911

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass66,542 miles (+8,102)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    66,542 miles
    Test number
    871666996651

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass58,440 miles (+12,843)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    58,440 miles
    Test number
    395074104339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass45,597 miles (+3,399)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    45,597 miles
    Test number
    438436943297
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Pass42,198 miles (+5,150)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    42,198 miles
    Test number
    189207622276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass37,048 miles (+5,970)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    37,048 miles
    Test number
    775058971252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail31,078 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,078 miles
    Test number
    203698370213
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  21. Pass31,078 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    31,078 miles
    Test number
    591328570240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about F5 MBR

Does F5 MBR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on F5 MBR is valid until 19 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on F5 MBR?
The MOT on F5 MBR is valid until 19 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has F5 MBR done?
F5 MBR was recorded at 109,439 miles at its MOT on 20 Aug 2026, an average of 4,936 miles a year.
Has F5 MBR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. F5 MBR has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on F5 MBR 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 F5 MBR find?
F5 MBR passed its latest MOT on 20 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: engine/body covers are fitted to the underside of the vehicle.

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