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BMW 1 Series

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

S26 TYJMOT history

S26 TYJ is a black diesel BMW 1 Series first used on 11 May 2009. Its MOT is valid until 2 Feb 2027 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 141,918 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Feb 2026.

S26 TYJ black BMW 1 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 1 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 2 Feb 2027
Mileage
141,918 mi
At MOT on 3 Feb 2026
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,610 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S26 TYJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
1 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
11 May 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S26 TYJ was last recorded at 141,918 miles on 3 Feb 2026, 6,417 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,501 miles · 11 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
6,417 miles
Average per year
6,610 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 141,918 miles
  • 2024 – 135,501 miles
  • 2023 – 125,542 miles
  • 2022 – 112,606 miles
  • 2021 – 100,810 miles
  • 2020 – 100,113 miles
  • 2019 – 97,336 miles
  • 2018 – 93,642 miles
  • 2017 – 89,762 miles
  • 2016 – 86,723 miles
  • 2015 – 82,357 miles
  • 2014 – 75,383 miles
  • 2013 – 60,553 miles
  • 2012 – 50,955 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,918 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

18 tests since 1 May 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,918 miles (+6,417)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    141,918 miles
    Test number
    400626602848
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  2. Pass135,501 miles (+9,959)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    135,501 miles
    Test number
    432663933946
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil BOTH SIDES (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass125,542 miles (+12,936)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    125,542 miles
    Test number
    796490683275
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
  4. Pass112,606 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    112,606 miles
    Test number
    963775159499
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Fail112,603 miles (+11,793)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,603 miles
    Test number
    272588382717
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake discs in poor condition
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass100,810 miles (+697)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    100,810 miles
    Test number
    739711734488
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  7. Pass100,113 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    100,113 miles
    Test number
    959490774372
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
  8. Fail100,107 miles (+2,771)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,107 miles
    Test number
    444234178195
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Radius Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
  9. Pass97,336 miles (+3,694)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    97,336 miles
    Test number
    302414399957
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  10. Pass93,642 miles (+3,880)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    93,642 miles
    Test number
    879047234129
    • MinorTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))
  11. Pass89,762 miles (+3,039)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    89,762 miles
    Test number
    946534065365
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
  12. Pass86,723 miles (+4,366)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    86,723 miles
    Test number
    960188643292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass82,357 miles (+6,974)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    82,357 miles
    Test number
    439832666016
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted preventing inspection of some components
  14. Pass75,383 miles (+14,830)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    75,383 miles
    Test number
    917542764210
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  15. Fail60,553 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,553 miles
    Test number
    199018573249
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
  16. Pass60,553 miles (+3,594)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    60,553 miles
    Test number
    746858573254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass56,959 miles (+6,004)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2014
    Odometer
    56,959 miles
    Test number
    938081623129
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  18. Pass50,955 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2013
    Odometer
    50,955 miles
    Test number
    955492122157
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

Questions about S26 TYJ

Does S26 TYJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S26 TYJ is valid until 2 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on S26 TYJ?
The MOT on S26 TYJ is valid until 2 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S26 TYJ done?
S26 TYJ was recorded at 141,918 miles at its MOT on 3 Feb 2026, an average of 6,610 miles a year.
Has S26 TYJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S26 TYJ has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on S26 TYJ 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 S26 TYJ find?
S26 TYJ passed its latest MOT on 3 Feb 2026 with 3 advisories: front shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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