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BMW 120

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,995 cc

S16 YLVMOT history

S16 YLV is a silver petrol BMW 120 first used on 3 Dec 2004. Its MOT is valid until 17 Sept 2027 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 118,037 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Sept 2027
Mileage
118,037 mi
At MOT on 18 Sept 2026
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,503 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S16 YLV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
120
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
3 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S16 YLV was last recorded at 118,037 miles on 18 Sept 2026, 73 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,964 miles · 28 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
73 miles
Average per year
4,503 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 118,037 miles
  • 2025 – 115,376 miles
  • 2023 – 110,314 miles
  • 2022 – 102,981 miles
  • 2021 – 97,531 miles
  • 2020 – 92,841 miles
  • 2019 – 91,472 miles
  • 2018 – 86,951 miles
  • 2017 – 83,583 miles
  • 2016 – 80,891 miles
  • 2015 – 77,584 miles
  • 2014 – 63,092 miles
  • 2012 – 57,804 miles
  • 2011 – 51,748 miles
  • 2010 – 48,453 miles
  • 2009 – 37,679 miles
  • 2008 – 35,007 miles
  • 2007 – 30,537 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,037 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Both front brake hoses slightly perished, within the limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2008

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2008

Full MOT history

25 tests since 13 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,037 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    118,037 miles
    Test number
    199427371302
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail118,037 miles (+73)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,037 miles
    Test number
    335358124848
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail117,964 miles (+2,588)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,964 miles
    Test number
    951668926828
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed TOO MUCH SMOKE (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps 2x (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fog lamp not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged Cracking (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass115,376 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    115,376 miles
    Test number
    271649843554
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Daytime running lamp not working
    • AdvisoryRear washer not working
    • AdvisoryTPMS light on

  5. Fail115,376 miles (+5,062)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,376 miles
    Test number
    443232140548
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Daytime running lamp not working
    • AdvisoryRear washer not working
    • AdvisoryTPMS light on

  6. Pass110,314 miles (+7,333)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    110,314 miles
    Test number
    793559870931
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH SIDES (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass102,981 miles (+5,450)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    102,981 miles
    Test number
    185724279786

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass97,531 miles (+4,690)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    97,531 miles
    Test number
    564563549029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass92,841 miles (+1,369)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    92,841 miles
    Test number
    252384543295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass91,472 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    91,472 miles
    Test number
    370108300992

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail91,463 miles (+4,512)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,463 miles
    Test number
    921535592382
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass86,951 miles (+3,368)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    86,951 miles
    Test number
    369904955866

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass83,583 miles (+2,692)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    83,583 miles
    Test number
    983737720017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass80,891 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    80,891 miles
    Test number
    119490980568
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake hoses slightly perished, within the limit

  15. Fail80,891 miles (+3,307)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,891 miles
    Test number
    901267193457
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake hoses slightly perished, within the limit

  16. Pass77,584 miles (+14,492)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    77,584 miles
    Test number
    969467683174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass63,092 miles (+5,288)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    63,092 miles
    Test number
    306685174259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass57,804 miles (+6,056)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    57,804 miles
    Test number
    268876422368
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  19. Pass51,748 miles (+3,295)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    51,748 miles
    Test number
    678419301388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail48,453 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,453 miles
    Test number
    172849000324
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  21. Pass48,453 miles (+3,119)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    48,453 miles
    Test number
    390539700385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass45,334 miles (+7,655)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    45,334 miles
    Test number
    193891810181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass37,679 miles (+2,672)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    37,679 miles
    Test number
    822664419189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass35,007 miles (+4,470)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    35,007 miles
    Test number
    762364518189
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside front headlamp slightly insecure

  25. Pass30,537 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    30,537 miles
    Test number
    564163107164
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S16 YLV

Does S16 YLV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S16 YLV is valid until 17 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on S16 YLV?
The MOT on S16 YLV is valid until 17 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S16 YLV done?
S16 YLV was recorded at 118,037 miles at its MOT on 18 Sept 2026, an average of 4,503 miles a year.
Has S16 YLV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S16 YLV has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on S16 YLV 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 S16 YLV find?
S16 YLV passed its latest MOT on 18 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side.

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