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BMW 120

White · Diesel · 2016 · 1,995 cc

S21 ESXMOT history

S21 ESX is a white diesel BMW 120 first used on 8 Jun 2016. Its MOT is valid until 1 Jul 2027 and it has passed 8 of 11 MOT tests, with 79,202 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jun 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Jul 2027
Mileage
79,202 mi
At MOT on 17 Jun 2026
MOT tests
11
8 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8,898 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S21 ESX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
120
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
8 Jun 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S21 ESX was last recorded at 79,202 miles on 17 Jun 2026, 13,210 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
65,992 miles · 9 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
13,210 miles
Average per year
8,898 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 79,202 miles
  • 2025 – 65,992 miles
  • 2024 – 50,075 miles
  • 2023 – 45,920 miles
  • 2022 – 36,660 miles
  • 2021 – 30,474 miles
  • 2020 – 26,282 miles
  • 2019 – 17,030 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,202 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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

Full MOT history

11 tests since 22 Jun 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,202 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    79,202 miles
    Test number
    262122759268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail79,202 miles (+13,210)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,202 miles
    Test number
    290469206372
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
  3. Pass65,992 miles (+15,917)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    65,992 miles
    Test number
    873147649993
    • AdvisoryOil leak from rear differential
  4. Pass50,075 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    50,075 miles
    Test number
    150735265417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail50,075 miles (+4,155)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,075 miles
    Test number
    203097204126
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  6. Pass45,920 miles (+9,260)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    45,920 miles
    Test number
    547648514235
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass36,660 miles (+6,186)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    36,660 miles
    Test number
    402596826851
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass30,474 miles (+4,192)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    30,474 miles
    Test number
    796596726694
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin o/s and n/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin o/s and n/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass26,282 miles (+9,252)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    26,282 miles
    Test number
    899136261218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass17,030 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    17,030 miles
    Test number
    415296511608
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  11. Fail17,030 miles2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,030 miles
    Test number
    775762770626
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRun flat tyres fitted to front axle, none run flat tyres fitted to rear axle, advise all tyres fitted to be the same

Questions about S21 ESX

Does S21 ESX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S21 ESX is valid until 1 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S21 ESX?
The MOT on S21 ESX is valid until 1 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S21 ESX done?
S21 ESX was recorded at 79,202 miles at its MOT on 17 Jun 2026, an average of 8,898 miles a year.
Has S21 ESX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S21 ESX has failed 3 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on S21 ESX 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 S21 ESX find?
S21 ESX passed its latest MOT on 17 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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