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BMW 120

Blue · Diesel · 2010 · 1,995 cc

F5 UMAMOT history

F5 UMA is a blue diesel BMW 120 first used on 23 Aug 2010. Its MOT is valid until 4 Mar 2027 and it has passed 13 of 16 MOT tests, with 168,301 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Mar 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 4 Mar 2027
Mileage
168,301 mi
At MOT on 5 Mar 2026
MOT tests
16
13 passed · 3 failed
Per year
11,883 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
F5 UMA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
120
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
23 Aug 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

F5 UMA was last recorded at 168,301 miles on 5 Mar 2026, 69 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
168,232 miles · 2 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
69 miles
Average per year
11,883 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 168,301 miles
  • 2025 – 162,065 miles
  • 2024 – 154,674 miles
  • 2023 – 146,290 miles
  • 2022 – 135,612 miles
  • 2021 – 125,009 miles
  • 2020 – 113,747 miles
  • 2019 – 96,138 miles
  • 2018 – 82,196 miles
  • 2017 – 69,479 miles
  • 2015 – 46,028 miles
  • 2014 – 25,002 miles
  • 2013 – 18,612 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass168,301 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

16 tests since 30 Jul 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass168,301 miles (+69)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    168,301 miles
    Test number
    796532803195
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  2. Fail168,232 miles (+6,167)7 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,232 miles
    Test number
    177063002112
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Service brake imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorProp shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  3. Pass162,065 miles (+7,391)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    162,065 miles
    Test number
    527084190758

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass154,674 miles (+8,384)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    154,674 miles
    Test number
    928317485164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass146,290 miles (+10,678)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    146,290 miles
    Test number
    537166563785
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass135,612 miles (+10,603)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    135,612 miles
    Test number
    632793437602
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass125,009 miles (+11,262)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    125,009 miles
    Test number
    779785618567

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass113,747 miles (+17,609)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    113,747 miles
    Test number
    916498428933
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • 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))
  9. Pass96,138 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    96,138 miles
    Test number
    443338697797
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak but not excessive
  10. Fail96,138 miles (+107)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,138 miles
    Test number
    867438254016
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak but not excessive
  11. Fail96,031 miles (+13,835)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,031 miles
    Test number
    920628723191
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  12. Pass82,196 miles (+12,717)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    82,196 miles
    Test number
    885363089787
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
  13. Pass69,479 miles (+23,451)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    69,479 miles
    Test number
    887218663818
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
  14. Pass46,028 miles (+21,026)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    46,028 miles
    Test number
    545844411220
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  15. Pass25,002 miles (+6,390)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    25,002 miles
    Test number
    496953024332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass18,612 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    18,612 miles
    Test number
    425201013291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about F5 UMA

Does F5 UMA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on F5 UMA is valid until 4 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on F5 UMA?
The MOT on F5 UMA is valid until 4 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has F5 UMA done?
F5 UMA was recorded at 168,301 miles at its MOT on 5 Mar 2026, an average of 11,883 miles a year.
Has F5 UMA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. F5 UMA has failed 3 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on F5 UMA 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 UMA find?
F5 UMA passed its latest MOT on 5 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view.

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