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BMW 120

Blue · Diesel · 2006 · 1,995 cc

L4 RBVMOT history

L4 RBV is a blue diesel BMW 120 first used on 31 Mar 2006. Its MOT expired on 10 Oct 2024 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 128,628 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Oct 2023.

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MOT
Expired
On 10 Oct 2024
Mileage
128,628 mi
At MOT on 11 Oct 2023
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,121 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L4 RBV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
120
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
31 Mar 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
11 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

L4 RBV was last recorded at 128,628 miles on 11 Oct 2023, 46 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,582 miles · 6 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
46 miles
Average per year
7,121 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 128,628 miles
  • 2022 – 125,053 miles
  • 2021 – 121,155 miles
  • 2020 – 115,167 miles
  • 2018 – 110,633 miles
  • 2017 – 107,130 miles
  • 2016 – 99,562 miles
  • 2015 – 92,212 miles
  • 2014 – 84,769 miles
  • 2013 – 62,072 miles
  • 2012 – 50,506 miles
  • 2011 – 42,509 miles
  • 2010 – 32,235 miles
  • 2009 – 25,019 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,628 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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 Play in steering rack inner joint(s) X2

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2023

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

17 tests since 24 Mar 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass128,628 miles (+46)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    128,628 miles
    Test number
    762807646213
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail128,582 miles (+3,529)2 dangerous4 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,582 miles
    Test number
    292801613141
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/45 17. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/45 17. (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust fumes entering cabin (6.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour NEAR TURBO. ENGINE BAY. (8.2.2.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged SHOWS CORDS. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged RECOMMEND REPLACEMENT. (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively X2 (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated X2 NSF/OSF (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output X2 NSF/OSF MACHINE POLISH LENS. (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive RECOMMEND REPAIR. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) X2
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively X2 (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material X2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded X2 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement ALL. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass125,053 miles (+3,898)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    125,053 miles
    Test number
    468917923029
    • 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))

  4. Pass121,155 miles (+5,988)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    121,155 miles
    Test number
    844609743810
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass115,167 miles (+4,534)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    115,167 miles
    Test number
    581375603815

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass110,633 miles (+3,503)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    110,633 miles
    Test number
    220590834513
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated X2 (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) X2
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge X2 NSF/OSF OUTSIDE EDGE. 225/45 17. (TRACKING) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass107,130 miles (+7,568)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    107,130 miles
    Test number
    933197776899
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated X2 NSF/OSF (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) X2
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit VERY CLOSE TO LEGAL LIMIT 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit VERY CLOSE TO LEGAL LIMIT 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  8. Pass99,562 miles (+325)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    99,562 miles
    Test number
    401491058895
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  9. Fail99,237 miles (+7,025)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,237 miles
    Test number
    368668733372
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  10. Pass92,212 miles (+7,443)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    92,212 miles
    Test number
    517274245050
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteN/s/r lower arm/hub bush worn

  11. Pass84,769 miles (+22,697)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    84,769 miles
    Test number
    177284224056
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Pass62,072 miles (+11,566)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    62,072 miles
    Test number
    607179423087
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front tyre has cut in side wall but no cords showing

  13. Pass50,506 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    50,506 miles
    Test number
    169834132001
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Fail50,506 miles (+7,997)1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,506 miles
    Test number
    326293632042
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass42,509 miles (+10,274)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    42,509 miles
    Test number
    259950981033
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear indicators have slight white light showing

  16. Pass32,235 miles (+7,216)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    32,235 miles
    Test number
    533571970040
    • NoteWarning lights on dash board

  17. Pass25,019 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    25,019 miles
    Test number
    370463989010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L4 RBV

Does L4 RBV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L4 RBV expired on 10 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L4 RBV?
The MOT on L4 RBV expired on 10 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L4 RBV done?
L4 RBV was recorded at 128,628 miles at its MOT on 11 Oct 2023, an average of 7,121 miles a year.
Has L4 RBV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L4 RBV has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on L4 RBV 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 L4 RBV find?
L4 RBV passed its latest MOT on 11 Oct 2023 with 3 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play; oil leak, but not excessive engine.

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