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BMW 120

Grey · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

J300 HLBMOT history

J300 HLB is a grey diesel BMW 120 first used on 21 Oct 2009. Its MOT is valid until 8 Apr 2027 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 172,501 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Apr 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 8 Apr 2027
Mileage
172,501 mi
At MOT on 9 Apr 2026
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
10,014 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J300 HLB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
120
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
21 Oct 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J300 HLB was last recorded at 172,501 miles on 9 Apr 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
172,500 miles · 7 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
10,014 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 172,501 miles
  • 2025 – 168,171 miles
  • 2024 – 164,076 miles
  • 2023 – 158,797 miles
  • 2022 – 152,052 miles
  • 2021 – 147,742 miles
  • 2020 – 143,225 miles
  • 2018 – 134,437 miles
  • 2017 – 116,477 miles
  • 2016 – 94,443 miles
  • 2015 – 76,959 miles
  • 2014 – 57,119 miles
  • 2013 – 43,884 miles
  • 2012 – 37,121 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass172,501 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryBonnet handle missing (but opens on cable )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.

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper and lower

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper and lower

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Exhaust system insecure

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

21 tests since 1 Oct 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass172,501 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    172,501 miles
    Test number
    519655497979
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBonnet handle missing (but opens on cable )

  2. Fail172,500 miles (+4,329)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,500 miles
    Test number
    343638594021
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBonnet handle missing (but opens on cable )

  3. Pass168,171 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    168,171 miles
    Test number
    832699406715
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail168,166 miles (+4,090)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,166 miles
    Test number
    893417164829
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass164,076 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    164,076 miles
    Test number
    254577996967

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail164,075 miles (+5,278)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,075 miles
    Test number
    712964640049
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass158,797 miles (+78)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    158,797 miles
    Test number
    345309546665

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail158,719 miles (+6,667)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,719 miles
    Test number
    176583639372
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  9. Pass152,052 miles (+4,310)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    152,052 miles
    Test number
    424778764263
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement INNER BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass147,742 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    147,742 miles
    Test number
    792667709829
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail147,724 miles (+4,499)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,724 miles
    Test number
    845693965649
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass143,225 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    143,225 miles
    Test number
    219741341970
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear lamp slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Fail143,224 miles (+8,787)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,224 miles
    Test number
    475901613466
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Direction indicator incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear lamp slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass134,437 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    134,437 miles
    Test number
    670988604671
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust hanger rear. Damaged

  15. Fail134,437 miles (+17,960)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,437 miles
    Test number
    715538261718
    • MajorFront Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible HID Fitted. Both front. (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front All position lamps not working Side light inop (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front All position lamps not working Side light inop (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust hanger rear. Damaged

  16. Pass116,477 miles (+22,034)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    116,477 miles
    Test number
    406130467764
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass94,443 miles (+17,484)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    94,443 miles
    Test number
    535139971634
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass76,959 miles (+19,840)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    76,959 miles
    Test number
    562469021535

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass57,119 miles (+13,235)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    57,119 miles
    Test number
    869887504339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass43,884 miles (+6,763)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    43,884 miles
    Test number
    377745283239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass37,121 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    37,121 miles
    Test number
    586395072247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about J300 HLB

Does J300 HLB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J300 HLB is valid until 8 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on J300 HLB?
The MOT on J300 HLB is valid until 8 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J300 HLB done?
J300 HLB was recorded at 172,501 miles at its MOT on 9 Apr 2026, an average of 10,014 miles a year.
Has J300 HLB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J300 HLB has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on J300 HLB 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 J300 HLB find?
J300 HLB passed its latest MOT on 9 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; bonnet handle missing (but opens on cable ).

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