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BMW 1 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2007 · 1,995 cc

S20 BLOMOT history

S20 BLO is a blue diesel BMW 1 Series first used on 18 Sept 2007. Its MOT expired on 6 Aug 2025 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 107,428 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Aug 2024.

S20 BLO blue BMW 1 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 6 Aug 2025
Mileage
107,428 mi
At MOT on 7 Aug 2024
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,779 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S20 BLO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
1 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
18 Sept 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
7 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

S20 BLO was last recorded at 107,428 miles on 7 Aug 2024, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,428 miles · 30 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,779 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 107,428 miles
  • 2023 – 102,877 miles
  • 2022 – 100,546 miles
  • 2021 – 97,786 miles
  • 2020 – 91,557 miles
  • 2019 – 86,539 miles
  • 2018 – 78,941 miles
  • 2016 – 75,478 miles
  • 2015 – 71,231 miles
  • 2014 – 67,367 miles
  • 2013 – 62,505 miles
  • 2012 – 57,517 miles
  • 2011 – 51,724 miles
  • 2010 – 40,773 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,428 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Heatshield insecureRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe / suspension arms corroded ( not considered excessive )Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryTmps light on ( no obvious faults )Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flex deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front and rear (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Offside low (3.7.B.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

21 tests since 27 Aug 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass107,428 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    107,428 miles
    Test number
    567487259564
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Heatshield insecure
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe / suspension arms corroded ( not considered excessive )
    • AdvisoryTmps light on ( no obvious faults )
  2. Fail107,428 miles (+4,551)3 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,428 miles
    Test number
    856107359929
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Front flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Heatshield insecure
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe / suspension arms corroded ( not considered excessive )
    • AdvisoryTmps light on ( no obvious faults )
  3. Pass102,877 miles (+2,331)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    102,877 miles
    Test number
    308547087998
    • AdvisoryRear subframe and suspension corroded not excessive
    • AdvisoryTpms light on but has no obvious fault
    • AdvisoryUndercovers fitted not fully allowing inspection
  4. Pass100,546 miles (+2,760)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    100,546 miles
    Test number
    747301944715
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi connection cracked (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension rod ball joint has slight play roll bar (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension prescribed areas and rear sub frame corroded
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure warning light on [no obvious tyre defects]
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted restricting inspection
  5. Pass97,786 miles (+6,229)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    97,786 miles
    Test number
    957484510676
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all 4 (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • 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 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes swelling under plastic coating
    • AdvisoryUndercovers fitted not allowing full inspection of all components
  6. Pass91,557 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    91,557 miles
    Test number
    959103127700

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail91,537 miles (+4,998)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,537 miles
    Test number
    639997070727
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  8. Pass86,539 miles (+31)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    86,539 miles
    Test number
    626959092486
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  9. Fail86,508 miles (+7,567)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,508 miles
    Test number
    349115337396
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass78,941 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    78,941 miles
    Test number
    309543608567
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flex deteriorated (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front and rear (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Offside low (3.7.B.6b)
  11. Fail78,940 miles (+3,462)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,940 miles
    Test number
    897785111854
    • DangerousOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flex deteriorated (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front and rear (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Offside low (3.7.B.6b)
  12. Pass75,478 miles (+4,247)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    75,478 miles
    Test number
    907843544925
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flex deteriorated (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  13. Pass71,231 miles (+3,864)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    71,231 miles
    Test number
    836008204153
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit BOTH ON LINIT (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit BOTH REARS (4.1.E.1)
  14. Pass67,367 miles (+4,862)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    67,367 miles
    Test number
    596218054222
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  15. Pass62,505 miles (+4,988)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    62,505 miles
    Test number
    908956353282
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  16. Fail57,517 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,517 miles
    Test number
    465487152211
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  17. Pass57,517 miles (+5,793)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    57,517 miles
    Test number
    748397552226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail51,724 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,724 miles
    Test number
    305919551277
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  19. Pass51,724 miles (+10,951)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    51,724 miles
    Test number
    399879651483
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  20. Pass40,773 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    40,773 miles
    Test number
    340499130249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail40,773 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,773 miles
    Test number
    614589830280
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Questions about S20 BLO

Does S20 BLO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S20 BLO expired on 6 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S20 BLO?
The MOT on S20 BLO expired on 6 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S20 BLO done?
S20 BLO was recorded at 107,428 miles at its MOT on 7 Aug 2024, an average of 4,779 miles a year.
Has S20 BLO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S20 BLO has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on S20 BLO 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 S20 BLO find?
S20 BLO passed its latest MOT on 7 Aug 2024 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 4 more.

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