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BMW 120

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

K40 JHGMOT history

K40 JHG is a black diesel BMW 120 first used on 16 Jun 2009. Its MOT is valid until 2 Apr 2027 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 161,943 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Apr 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Apr 2027
Mileage
161,943 mi
At MOT on 3 Apr 2026
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,626 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K40 JHG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
120
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
16 Jun 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K40 JHG was last recorded at 161,943 miles on 3 Apr 2026, 10,097 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
151,846 miles · 11 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
10,097 miles
Average per year
6,626 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 161,943 miles
  • 2025 – 151,846 miles
  • 2024 – 146,746 miles
  • 2023 – 146,238 miles
  • 2022 – 145,328 miles
  • 2021 – 135,196 miles
  • 2020 – 130,498 miles
  • 2019 – 123,557 miles
  • 2018 – 116,584 miles
  • 2017 – 97,618 miles
  • 2016 – 94,829 miles
  • 2015 – 89,318 miles
  • 2014 – 81,815 miles
  • 2013 – 76,226 miles
  • 2012 – 70,002 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass161,943 miles

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner facing pitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2017

Full MOT history

19 tests since 18 May 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass161,943 miles (+10,097)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    161,943 miles
    Test number
    765087584495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass151,846 miles (+5,100)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    151,846 miles
    Test number
    488354864808

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass146,746 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    146,746 miles
    Test number
    217945175629
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail146,746 miles (+508)2 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,746 miles
    Test number
    267750755873
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass146,238 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    146,238 miles
    Test number
    266288141231
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner facing pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail146,238 miles (+910)1 major2 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,238 miles
    Test number
    658060646379
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner facing pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  7. Pass145,328 miles (+10,132)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    145,328 miles
    Test number
    340402002782
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing also worn outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass135,196 miles (+4,698)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    135,196 miles
    Test number
    480545981598
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass130,498 miles (+6,941)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    130,498 miles
    Test number
    707741327417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass123,557 miles (+6,973)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    123,557 miles
    Test number
    947327145907

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass116,584 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    116,584 miles
    Test number
    627195153320
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective Missing (6.1.2 (a))

  12. Fail116,576 miles (+18,958)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,576 miles
    Test number
    281161696729
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective Missing (6.1.2 (a))

  13. Pass97,618 miles (+2,789)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    97,618 miles
    Test number
    864420562328
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass94,829 miles (+5,511)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    94,829 miles
    Test number
    119940520546
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres becoming worn at edges
    • AdvisoryEmissions too low to trigger the smoke meter
    • AdvisoryEngine, floor and sills obscured by trims and under trays

  15. Pass89,318 miles (+7,503)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    89,318 miles
    Test number
    298357765415
    • NoteEmissions too low to trigger the smoke meter
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass81,815 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    81,815 miles
    Test number
    997788564144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail81,801 miles (+5,575)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,801 miles
    Test number
    968767964105
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass76,226 miles (+6,224)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    76,226 miles
    Test number
    155472463188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass70,002 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    70,002 miles
    Test number
    957459132199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K40 JHG

Does K40 JHG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K40 JHG is valid until 2 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on K40 JHG?
The MOT on K40 JHG is valid until 2 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K40 JHG done?
K40 JHG was recorded at 161,943 miles at its MOT on 3 Apr 2026, an average of 6,626 miles a year.
Has K40 JHG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K40 JHG has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on K40 JHG 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 K40 JHG find?
K40 JHG passed its latest MOT on 3 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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