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BMW 120

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

L90 OENMOT history

L90 OEN is a black diesel BMW 120 first used on 21 May 2009. Its MOT is valid until 21 Apr 2027 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 89,572 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Apr 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Apr 2027
Mileage
89,572 mi
At MOT on 22 Apr 2026
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,183 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 OEN
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
21 May 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 OEN was last recorded at 89,572 miles on 22 Apr 2026, 6,924 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
82,648 miles · 22 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
6,924 miles
Average per year
4,183 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,572 miles
  • 2024 – 82,648 miles
  • 2023 – 76,511 miles
  • 2022 – 74,798 miles
  • 2021 – 72,767 miles
  • 2020 – 68,690 miles
  • 2019 – 63,784 miles
  • 2018 – 56,996 miles
  • 2017 – 50,668 miles
  • 2016 – 44,891 miles
  • 2015 – 42,099 miles
  • 2014 – 39,070 miles
  • 2013 – 35,038 miles
  • 2012 – 30,885 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,572 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))

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.

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

18 tests since 11 Apr 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,572 miles (+6,924)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    89,572 miles
    Test number
    603267973898
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))
  2. Pass82,648 miles (+6,137)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    82,648 miles
    Test number
    878393759812
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass76,511 miles (+1,713)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    76,511 miles
    Test number
    458167077296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass74,798 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    74,798 miles
    Test number
    143480952972
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin advise to have replaced soon (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside park brake effort low reading
  5. Fail74,798 miles (+2,031)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,798 miles
    Test number
    371487506900
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin advise to have replaced soon (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside park brake effort low reading
  6. Pass72,767 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    72,767 miles
    Test number
    604856457997
    • AdvisoryFront Inner brake pads - heavily worn
  7. Fail72,760 miles (+4,070)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,760 miles
    Test number
    288292140675
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner brake pads - heavily worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
  8. Pass68,690 miles (+4,906)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    68,690 miles
    Test number
    395096722405
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  9. Pass63,784 miles (+6,788)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    63,784 miles
    Test number
    671242377953
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides left and right wearing on the outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both pairs left and right side (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear parking brake reading on both sides left and right just met the requirements
  10. Pass56,996 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    56,996 miles
    Test number
    817239846190
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  11. Fail56,996 miles (+6,328)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,996 miles
    Test number
    915075601774
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  12. Pass50,668 miles (+1,030)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    50,668 miles
    Test number
    261195795489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass49,638 miles (+4,747)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    49,638 miles
    Test number
    715731514691
    • 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. Pass44,891 miles (+2,792)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    44,891 miles
    Test number
    926249990949

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass42,099 miles (+3,029)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    42,099 miles
    Test number
    357835005192
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass39,070 miles (+4,032)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    39,070 miles
    Test number
    526789194036
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on outer edges
  17. Pass35,038 miles (+4,153)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    35,038 miles
    Test number
    596432893061
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteDamage wheel rims.
  18. Pass30,885 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    30,885 miles
    Test number
    628092102127
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteDamage front wheel rims.

Questions about L90 OEN

Does L90 OEN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L90 OEN is valid until 21 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L90 OEN?
The MOT on L90 OEN is valid until 21 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L90 OEN done?
L90 OEN was recorded at 89,572 miles at its MOT on 22 Apr 2026, an average of 4,183 miles a year.
Has L90 OEN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 OEN has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on L90 OEN 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 L90 OEN find?
L90 OEN passed its latest MOT on 22 Apr 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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