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BMW 120

White · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

F7 STRMOT history

F7 STR is a white diesel BMW 120 first used on 30 Jan 2009. Its MOT is valid until 30 Oct 2027 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 211,920 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Oct 2026.

F7 STR white BMW 1 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Oct 2027
Mileage
211,920 mi
At MOT on 23 Oct 2026
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
12,831 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
F7 STR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
120
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
30 Jan 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

F7 STR was last recorded at 211,920 miles on 23 Oct 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
211,919 miles · 20 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
12,831 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 211,920 miles
  • 2025 – 204,972 miles
  • 2024 – 197,179 miles
  • 2023 – 187,865 miles
  • 2022 – 181,006 miles
  • 2021 – 175,526 miles
  • 2020 – 171,931 miles
  • 2019 – 163,308 miles
  • 2018 – 153,897 miles
  • 2017 – 135,643 miles
  • 2015 – 99,604 miles
  • 2014 – 73,903 miles
  • 2013 – 50,920 miles
  • 2012 – 33,853 miles
  • 2011 – 21,062 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass211,920 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Upper Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded 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.

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Nearside Front Bumper insecure

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

Full MOT history

25 tests since 8 Dec 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass211,920 miles (+1)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    211,920 miles
    Test number
    215812651982
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail211,919 miles (+6,947)2 dangerous10 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,919 miles
    Test number
    325398792631
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorFront Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction teddys on dash and phone mounts etc (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Body panel damaged and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass204,972 miles (+532)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    204,972 miles
    Test number
    501735472842
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear nsr wheel different possible different width
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail204,440 miles (+7,261)2 dangerous10 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,440 miles
    Test number
    983795293957
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorFront Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction Teddys on dash and hanging from mirror (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Body panel damaged and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Different alloy fitted possible width difference using same size tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass197,179 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    197,179 miles
    Test number
    893393614615
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail197,176 miles (+9,311)3 dangerous7 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,176 miles
    Test number
    923066317962
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorOffside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass187,865 miles (+6,859)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    187,865 miles
    Test number
    915155234546
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear sub frame is heavily corroded

  8. Pass181,006 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    181,006 miles
    Test number
    551564700425
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail181,006 miles (+5,480)11 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,006 miles
    Test number
    792904134656
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements damaged (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rose bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass175,526 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    175,526 miles
    Test number
    185263552269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail175,526 miles (+3,595)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,526 miles
    Test number
    809055318962
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake drum back plate insecure (1.1.14 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass171,931 miles (+8,623)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    171,931 miles
    Test number
    166039522394
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass163,308 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    163,308 miles
    Test number
    218053811094
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  14. Fail163,308 miles (+9,411)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,308 miles
    Test number
    104150389593
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  15. Pass153,897 miles (+18,254)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    153,897 miles
    Test number
    352153251531
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  16. Pass135,643 miles (+17,210)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    135,643 miles
    Test number
    942314297049
    • AdvisoryEmissons no result too clean

  17. Pass118,433 miles (+18,829)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    118,433 miles
    Test number
    934616796087
    • AdvisoryEmissons no result too clean

  18. Pass99,604 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    99,604 miles
    Test number
    671760419403
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on the limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust mounting cracked

  19. Fail99,604 miles (+25,701)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,604 miles
    Test number
    343612037919
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on the limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust mounting cracked

  20. Pass73,903 miles (+22,983)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    73,903 miles
    Test number
    568606154364
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEmissons no result too clean

  21. Pass50,920 miles (+17,067)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    50,920 miles
    Test number
    868237653387
    • NoteEmissons no result too clean

  22. Pass33,853 miles (+11,145)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    33,853 miles
    Test number
    479710552329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail22,708 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,708 miles
    Test number
    439394092188
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  24. Pass22,708 miles (+1,646)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    22,708 miles
    Test number
    646514292173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass21,062 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    21,062 miles
    Test number
    489312441396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about F7 STR

Does F7 STR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on F7 STR is valid until 30 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on F7 STR?
The MOT on F7 STR is valid until 30 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has F7 STR done?
F7 STR was recorded at 211,920 miles at its MOT on 23 Oct 2026, an average of 12,831 miles a year.
Has F7 STR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. F7 STR has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on F7 STR 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 STR find?
F7 STR passed its latest MOT on 23 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; rear upper sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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