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BMW 320

Grey · Diesel · 2016 · 1,995 cc

G242MOT history

G242 is a grey diesel BMW 320 first used on 23 Sept 2016. Its MOT is valid until 8 May 2027 and it has passed 8 of 11 MOT tests, with 122,944 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Apr 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 8 May 2027
Mileage
122,944 mi
At MOT on 21 Apr 2026
MOT tests
11
8 passed · 3 failed
Per year
12,721 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
G242
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
320
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
23 Sept 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 May 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

G242 was last recorded at 122,944 miles on 21 Apr 2026, 10,869 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,075 miles · 8 May 2025
Between the last two tests
10,869 miles
Average per year
12,721 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 122,944 miles
  • 2025 – 112,075 miles
  • 2024 – 99,539 miles
  • 2023 – 88,626 miles
  • 2022 – 78,293 miles
  • 2021 – 69,921 miles
  • 2020 – 52,044 miles
  • 2019 – 40,296 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,944 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres wearing on inner edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

11 tests since 22 Oct 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,944 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2027
    Odometer
    122,944 miles
    Test number
    659469600858

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail122,944 miles (+10,869)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,944 miles
    Test number
    114484582966
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  3. Pass112,075 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2026
    Odometer
    112,075 miles
    Test number
    230059074077
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Fail112,075 miles (+12,536)2 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,075 miles
    Test number
    333100734873
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner 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))
  5. Pass99,539 miles (+10,913)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2025
    Odometer
    99,539 miles
    Test number
    179753560658
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bent (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bent (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass88,626 miles (+10,333)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2024
    Odometer
    88,626 miles
    Test number
    981415312554

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass78,293 miles (+8,372)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2023
    Odometer
    78,293 miles
    Test number
    663475285839

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass69,921 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    69,921 miles
    Test number
    252584010522
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres wearing on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Fail69,921 miles (+17,877)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,921 miles
    Test number
    878745626973
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres wearing on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass52,044 miles (+11,748)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    52,044 miles
    Test number
    268835718130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass40,296 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    40,296 miles
    Test number
    690694957438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about G242

What vehicle is registration G242 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show G242 on a grey diesel BMW 320 first used on 23 Sept 2016. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does G242 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on G242 is valid until 8 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on G242?
The MOT on G242 is valid until 8 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has G242 done?
G242 was recorded at 122,944 miles at its MOT on 21 Apr 2026, an average of 12,721 miles a year.
Has G242 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. G242 has failed 3 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on G242 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 G242 find?
G242 passed its latest MOT on 21 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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