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BMW 120

White · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

K23 ADAMOT history

K23 ADA is a white diesel BMW 120 first used on 19 Nov 2011. Its MOT is valid until 26 Jul 2027 and it has passed 13 of 16 MOT tests, with 153,475 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jul 2026.

K23 ADA white BMW 1 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 1 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 26 Jul 2027
Mileage
153,475 mi
At MOT on 27 Jul 2026
MOT tests
16
13 passed · 3 failed
Per year
9,367 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K23 ADA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
120
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
19 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K23 ADA was last recorded at 153,475 miles on 27 Jul 2026, 9,025 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,450 miles · 26 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
9,025 miles
Average per year
9,367 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 153,475 miles
  • 2025 – 144,450 miles
  • 2024 – 133,641 miles
  • 2022 – 118,395 miles
  • 2021 – 100,138 miles
  • 2020 – 86,532 miles
  • 2019 – 80,094 miles
  • 2018 – 75,490 miles
  • 2017 – 68,448 miles
  • 2016 – 61,571 miles
  • 2015 – 53,366 miles
  • 2014 – 43,254 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass153,475 miles
  • AdvisoryHigh level brake lamp out

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 Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Steering column rough

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Undertrays fitted so inspection of some components reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

16 tests since 20 Oct 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass153,475 miles (+9,025)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    153,475 miles
    Test number
    152061854099
    • AdvisoryHigh level brake lamp out
  2. Pass144,450 miles (+207)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    144,450 miles
    Test number
    201456002958
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column rough
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted so inspection of some components reduced
  3. Fail144,243 miles (+10,602)3 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,243 miles
    Test number
    625537451442
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column rough
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted so inspection of some components reduced
  4. Pass133,641 miles (+15,246)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    133,641 miles
    Test number
    157876355751

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass118,395 miles (+18,257)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    118,395 miles
    Test number
    351456834656

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass100,138 miles (+13,606)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    100,138 miles
    Test number
    151682148219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass86,532 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    86,532 miles
    Test number
    894987067848

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail86,530 miles (+4,416)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,530 miles
    Test number
    411719419447
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  9. Pass82,114 miles (+2,020)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    82,114 miles
    Test number
    324102179140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass80,094 miles (+4,604)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    80,094 miles
    Test number
    217904516452
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under body covers fitted obscuring some testable items
  11. Pass75,490 miles (+7,042)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    75,490 miles
    Test number
    485728547448
    • 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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Pass68,448 miles (+6,877)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    68,448 miles
    Test number
    804831325316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass61,571 miles (+8,205)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    61,571 miles
    Test number
    426599633766

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass53,366 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    53,366 miles
    Test number
    317910899032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail53,366 miles (+10,112)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,366 miles
    Test number
    857062734318
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass43,254 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    43,254 miles
    Test number
    869243194259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K23 ADA

Does K23 ADA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K23 ADA is valid until 26 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on K23 ADA?
The MOT on K23 ADA is valid until 26 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K23 ADA done?
K23 ADA was recorded at 153,475 miles at its MOT on 27 Jul 2026, an average of 9,367 miles a year.
Has K23 ADA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K23 ADA has failed 3 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on K23 ADA 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 K23 ADA find?
K23 ADA passed its latest MOT on 27 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: high level brake lamp out.

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