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BMW 123

Blue · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

K8 OFAMOT history

K8 OFA is a blue diesel BMW 123 first used on 3 Apr 2009. Its MOT is valid until 22 Oct 2027 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 136,928 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Oct 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Oct 2027
Mileage
136,928 mi
At MOT on 7 Oct 2026
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,635 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K8 OFA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
123
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
3 Apr 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K8 OFA was last recorded at 136,928 miles on 7 Oct 2026, 4,142 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
132,786 miles · 22 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
4,142 miles
Average per year
7,635 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 136,928 miles
  • 2025 – 132,786 miles
  • 2024 – 127,814 miles
  • 2023 – 121,366 miles
  • 2022 – 106,027 miles
  • 2021 – 99,036 miles
  • 2020 – 93,790 miles
  • 2019 – 86,197 miles
  • 2018 – 78,627 miles
  • 2017 – 70,047 miles
  • 2016 – 60,132 miles
  • 2015 – 52,877 miles
  • 2014 – 44,176 miles
  • 2013 – 33,705 miles
  • 2012 – 26,561 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,928 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (caliper) (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Emissions to weak to register

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Under trays / engine / body covers fitted at time of test restricting the view of some components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

26 tests since 23 Apr 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass136,928 miles (+4,142)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    136,928 miles
    Test number
    556620713032
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (caliper) (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass132,786 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    132,786 miles
    Test number
    824234686326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail132,786 miles (+4,972)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,786 miles
    Test number
    763984550076
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass127,814 miles (+111)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    127,814 miles
    Test number
    278552436112
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail127,703 miles (+6,337)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,703 miles
    Test number
    528665465449
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass121,366 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    121,366 miles
    Test number
    471551180200
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Fail121,366 miles (+15,339)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,366 miles
    Test number
    228223372960
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass106,027 miles (+2,700)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    106,027 miles
    Test number
    503114058960

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass103,327 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    103,327 miles
    Test number
    847892113641
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Fail103,327 miles (+4,291)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,327 miles
    Test number
    211598635875
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass99,036 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    99,036 miles
    Test number
    370459849131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail99,036 miles (+5,246)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,036 miles
    Test number
    818456913397
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass93,790 miles (+18)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    93,790 miles
    Test number
    492986574949
    • AdvisoryEmissions to weak to register

  14. Fail93,772 miles (+7,575)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,772 miles
    Test number
    733666862599
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryEmissions to weak to register

  15. Pass86,197 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    86,197 miles
    Test number
    827650981862
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective front clamp (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  16. Fail86,197 miles (+7,570)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,197 miles
    Test number
    662140758340
    • Repaired at testBrake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth pedal rubber missing from (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective front clamp (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  17. Pass78,627 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    78,627 miles
    Test number
    992029326127
    • AdvisoryUnder trays / engine / body covers fitted at time of test restricting the view of some components

  18. Fail78,627 miles (+8,580)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,627 miles
    Test number
    425216650485
    • FailureHeadlamp cleaning device obviously defective both (1.7.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays / engine / body covers fitted at time of test restricting the view of some components

  19. Pass70,047 miles (+9,915)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    70,047 miles
    Test number
    336797899115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass60,132 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    60,132 miles
    Test number
    783272141007
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Fail60,132 miles (+7,255)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,132 miles
    Test number
    462027566855
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass52,877 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    52,877 miles
    Test number
    145209645064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail52,877 miles (+8,701)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,877 miles
    Test number
    805888045077
    • FailureTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass44,176 miles (+10,471)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    44,176 miles
    Test number
    858458274012
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  25. Pass33,705 miles (+7,144)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    33,705 miles
    Test number
    249266493085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass26,561 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    26,561 miles
    Test number
    869574912182
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOffside rear tyre has a screw in tread and leaking (245/35/R18/88Y/RFLAT
    • NoteSlight damage to offside rear tyre sidewall
    • NoteUnable to fully check nearside rear seat belt due to child seat fitted

Questions about K8 OFA

Does K8 OFA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K8 OFA is valid until 22 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on K8 OFA?
The MOT on K8 OFA is valid until 22 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K8 OFA done?
K8 OFA was recorded at 136,928 miles at its MOT on 7 Oct 2026, an average of 7,635 miles a year.
Has K8 OFA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K8 OFA has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on K8 OFA 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 K8 OFA find?
K8 OFA passed its latest MOT on 7 Oct 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; rear brake hose slightly deteriorated both (caliper); rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both.

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