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BMW 120

Grey · Diesel · 2013 · 1,995 cc

F7 BSWMOT history

F7 BSW is a grey diesel BMW 120 first used on 28 Jun 2013. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jan 2027 and it has passed 10 of 17 MOT tests, with 132,798 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jan 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 14 Jan 2027
Mileage
132,798 mi
At MOT on 15 Jan 2026
MOT tests
17
10 passed · 7 failed
Per year
9,186 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
F7 BSW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
120
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
28 Jun 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

F7 BSW was last recorded at 132,798 miles on 15 Jan 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
132,798 miles · 14 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
9,186 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 132,798 miles
  • 2024 – 126,890 miles
  • 2023 – 121,340 miles
  • 2022 – 116,921 miles
  • 2021 – 112,497 miles
  • 2020 – 104,313 miles
  • 2019 – 90,009 miles
  • 2018 – 87,312 miles
  • 2017 – 68,526 miles
  • 2016 – 47,189 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,798 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s/r & o/s/r inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryN/s/f wheel has a weld repairRecorded 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.

  • Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • No smoke test results too clean

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Eml light on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

17 tests since 20 Sept 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass132,798 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    132,798 miles
    Test number
    904912537518
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s/r & o/s/r inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f wheel has a weld repair

  2. Fail132,798 miles (+5,908)2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,798 miles
    Test number
    259797471199
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn lower rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s/r & o/s/r inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s/r & n/s/f (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f wheel has a weld repair

  3. Pass126,890 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    126,890 miles
    Test number
    585482812207
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Outer casing missing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear diff oil leak

  4. Fail126,890 miles (+5,550)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,890 miles
    Test number
    555496117942
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Outer casing missing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear diff oil leak

  5. Pass121,340 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    121,340 miles
    Test number
    384006579017
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail121,339 miles (+4,418)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,339 miles
    Test number
    235139110463
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass116,921 miles (+4,424)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    116,921 miles
    Test number
    322311798015
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNo smoke test results too clean

  8. Pass112,497 miles (+8,184)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    112,497 miles
    Test number
    876174894828
    • AdvisoryNo smoke test results too clean

  9. Pass104,313 miles (+14,304)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    104,313 miles
    Test number
    702723200065
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass90,009 miles (+2,697)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    90,009 miles
    Test number
    230568665919

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass87,312 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    87,312 miles
    Test number
    562426062960

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail87,312 miles (+18,786)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,312 miles
    Test number
    330894408243
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

  13. Pass68,526 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    68,526 miles
    Test number
    172630358384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail68,526 miles (+4,132)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,526 miles
    Test number
    584717303741
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

  15. Fail64,394 miles (+17,205)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,394 miles
    Test number
    976496538492
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Pass47,189 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    47,189 miles
    Test number
    697272360527
    • AdvisoryEml light on
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn

  17. Fail47,189 miles4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,189 miles
    Test number
    666751867682
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • 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 registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryEml light on
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn

Questions about F7 BSW

Does F7 BSW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on F7 BSW is valid until 14 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on F7 BSW?
The MOT on F7 BSW is valid until 14 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has F7 BSW done?
F7 BSW was recorded at 132,798 miles at its MOT on 15 Jan 2026, an average of 9,186 miles a year.
Has F7 BSW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. F7 BSW has failed 7 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on F7 BSW 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 F7 BSW find?
F7 BSW passed its latest MOT on 15 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: offside rear brake hose slightly twisted; nearside front tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 4 more.

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