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BMW 120

White · Diesel · 2017 · 1,995 cc

N31 LNVMOT history

N31 LNV is a white diesel BMW 120 first used on 12 Jan 2017. Its MOT is valid until 5 Oct 2027 and it has passed 9 of 12 MOT tests, with 125,066 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Oct 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 5 Oct 2027
Mileage
125,066 mi
At MOT on 6 Oct 2026
MOT tests
12
9 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8,189 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
N31 LNV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
120
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
12 Jan 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

N31 LNV was last recorded at 125,066 miles on 6 Oct 2026, 197 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
124,869 miles · 22 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
197 miles
Average per year
8,189 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 125,066 miles
  • 2025 – 106,052 miles
  • 2024 – 97,295 miles
  • 2023 – 88,613 miles
  • 2022 – 80,487 miles
  • 2020 – 78,591 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,066 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2026

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2026

Full MOT history

12 tests since 2 Jan 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,066 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    125,066 miles
    Test number
    100778651175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail125,066 miles (+197)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,066 miles
    Test number
    900737422325
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  3. Pass124,869 miles (+7,410)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    124,869 miles
    Test number
    398041539970

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass117,459 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    117,459 miles
    Test number
    596404942289
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
  5. Fail117,459 miles (+11,407)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,459 miles
    Test number
    229775623041
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
  6. Pass106,052 miles (+8,757)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    106,052 miles
    Test number
    866997566521
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Pass97,295 miles (+8,682)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    97,295 miles
    Test number
    199968675509

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass88,613 miles (+8,126)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    88,613 miles
    Test number
    568692847904

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass80,487 miles (+1,896)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    80,487 miles
    Test number
    871503904379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass78,591 miles (+8,881)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    78,591 miles
    Test number
    701308401439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass69,710 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    69,710 miles
    Test number
    961818133439
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted
  12. Fail69,710 miles1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,710 miles
    Test number
    327637200754
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

Questions about N31 LNV

Does N31 LNV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on N31 LNV is valid until 5 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on N31 LNV?
The MOT on N31 LNV is valid until 5 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has N31 LNV done?
N31 LNV was recorded at 125,066 miles at its MOT on 6 Oct 2026, an average of 8,189 miles a year.
Has N31 LNV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. N31 LNV has failed 3 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on N31 LNV 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 N31 LNV find?
N31 LNV passed its latest MOT on 6 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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