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BMW 120

White · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

L7 FGEMOT history

L7 FGE is a white diesel BMW 120 first used on 4 May 2012. Its MOT is valid until 15 May 2027 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 82,135 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Apr 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 15 May 2027
Mileage
82,135 mi
At MOT on 27 Apr 2026
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,958 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L7 FGE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
120
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
4 May 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 May 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L7 FGE was last recorded at 82,135 miles on 27 Apr 2026, 5,193 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,942 miles · 28 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
5,193 miles
Average per year
5,958 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 82,135 miles
  • 2025 – 76,942 miles
  • 2024 – 71,893 miles
  • 2022 – 66,800 miles
  • 2021 – 62,727 miles
  • 2020 – 59,117 miles
  • 2019 – 53,539 miles
  • 2018 – 45,457 miles
  • 2017 – 37,532 miles
  • 2016 – 28,094 miles
  • 2015 – 15,796 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,135 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (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.

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

16 tests since 9 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,135 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2027
    Odometer
    82,135 miles
    Test number
    183829058691
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail82,135 miles (+5,193)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,135 miles
    Test number
    806661370818
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass76,942 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2026
    Odometer
    76,942 miles
    Test number
    267899815449
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail76,940 miles (+5,047)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,940 miles
    Test number
    814730292590
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass71,893 miles (+5,093)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2025
    Odometer
    71,893 miles
    Test number
    832399087339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass66,800 miles (+4,073)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    66,800 miles
    Test number
    139183541771

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass62,727 miles (+3,610)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    62,727 miles
    Test number
    658001067652
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  8. Pass59,117 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    59,117 miles
    Test number
    426632537529

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail59,117 miles (+5,578)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,117 miles
    Test number
    807167947629
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  10. Pass53,539 miles (+8,082)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    53,539 miles
    Test number
    851889316021
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass45,457 miles (+7,925)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    45,457 miles
    Test number
    344581286759
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass37,532 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    37,532 miles
    Test number
    517361079012
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Fail37,531 miles (+9,437)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,531 miles
    Test number
    540697768727
    • FailureTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Pass28,094 miles (+12,298)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    28,094 miles
    Test number
    200810364152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass15,796 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    15,796 miles
    Test number
    696349965045
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAdditional driver hand controls fitted

  16. Fail15,796 miles2 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,796 miles
    Test number
    848778265043
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAdditional driver hand controls fitted

Questions about L7 FGE

Does L7 FGE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L7 FGE is valid until 15 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L7 FGE?
The MOT on L7 FGE is valid until 15 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L7 FGE done?
L7 FGE was recorded at 82,135 miles at its MOT on 27 Apr 2026, an average of 5,958 miles a year.
Has L7 FGE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L7 FGE has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on L7 FGE 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 L7 FGE find?
L7 FGE passed its latest MOT on 27 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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