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BMW 1 Series

Black · Diesel · 2013 · 1,995 cc

R2 VSXMOT history

R2 VSX is a black diesel BMW 1 Series first used on 7 Jun 2013. Its MOT is valid until 25 Jan 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 81,406 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jan 2026.

R2 VSX black BMW 1 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 Jan 2027
Mileage
81,406 mi
At MOT on 21 Jan 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,671 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R2 VSX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
1 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
7 Jun 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R2 VSX was last recorded at 81,406 miles on 21 Jan 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,406 miles · 20 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,671 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 81,406 miles
  • 2025 – 77,584 miles
  • 2024 – 73,162 miles
  • 2023 – 65,965 miles
  • 2022 – 64,333 miles
  • 2021 – 60,474 miles
  • 2020 – 57,643 miles
  • 2019 – 54,148 miles
  • 2018 – 46,755 miles
  • 2017 – 39,312 miles
  • 2016 – 38,693 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,406 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

15 tests since 1 Apr 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,406 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    81,406 miles
    Test number
    976087114795
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Fail81,406 miles (+3,822)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,406 miles
    Test number
    645801368382
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Front arm, outer ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass77,584 miles (+4,422)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    77,584 miles
    Test number
    909786867048
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm , cut to wall and perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass73,162 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    73,162 miles
    Test number
    354372828985
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  5. Fail73,159 miles (+7,194)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,159 miles
    Test number
    830443621810
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  6. Pass65,965 miles (+1,632)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    65,965 miles
    Test number
    128943651506
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass64,333 miles (+3,859)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    64,333 miles
    Test number
    194760268737
    • MinorBrake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test air freshener removed. (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both rear. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryPark brake light remains on when park brake is released

  8. Pass60,474 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    60,474 miles
    Test number
    241580589765

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail60,469 miles (+2,826)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,469 miles
    Test number
    625258180571
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass57,643 miles (+3,495)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    57,643 miles
    Test number
    877122046438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass54,148 miles (+7,393)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    54,148 miles
    Test number
    847682775617
    • 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))

  12. Pass46,755 miles (+7,443)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    46,755 miles
    Test number
    134470774706

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass39,312 miles (+619)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    39,312 miles
    Test number
    152737759433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass38,693 miles (+3,095)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    38,693 miles
    Test number
    275532789646

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass35,598 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    35,598 miles
    Test number
    246069573206
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit all 4 tyres close to legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about R2 VSX

Does R2 VSX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R2 VSX is valid until 25 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on R2 VSX?
The MOT on R2 VSX is valid until 25 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R2 VSX done?
R2 VSX was recorded at 81,406 miles at its MOT on 21 Jan 2026, an average of 4,671 miles a year.
Has R2 VSX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R2 VSX has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on R2 VSX 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 R2 VSX find?
R2 VSX passed its latest MOT on 21 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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