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BMW 120

Grey · Diesel · 2007 · 1,995 cc

S31 TETMOT history

S31 TET is a grey diesel BMW 120 first used on 23 May 2007. Its MOT is valid until 17 May 2027 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 151,631 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 May 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 17 May 2027
Mileage
151,631 mi
At MOT on 18 May 2026
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,206 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S31 TET
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
120
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
23 May 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 May 2027
Latest MOT test
18 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S31 TET was last recorded at 151,631 miles on 18 May 2026, 472 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 May 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 17 Apr 2015: 84,926 miles, lower than 705,690 miles on 26 Apr 2014.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
151,159 miles · 8 May 2025
Between the last two tests
472 miles
Average per year
8,206 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 151,631 miles
  • 2025 – 151,159 miles
  • 2024 – 149,706 miles
  • 2023 – 147,845 miles
  • 2022 – 145,019 miles
  • 2021 – 137,355 miles
  • 2020 – 134,376 miles
  • 2019 – 123,731 miles
  • 2018 – 113,540 miles
  • 2017 – 103,284 miles
  • 2016 – 93,827 miles
  • 2015 – 84,926 miles
  • 2014 – 705,690 miles
  • 2013 – 60,832 miles
  • 2012 – 51,189 miles
  • 2011 – 44,098 miles
  • 2010 – 29,845 miles
  • 2009 – 15,664 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass151,631 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Brake cable damaged but not to excess Steel tubes which inner cable runs inside corrosion on rear ends of tubes.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Damp

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Damp

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

23 tests since 22 Oct 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass151,631 miles (+472)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2027
    Odometer
    151,631 miles
    Test number
    448003663231
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass151,159 miles (+1,453)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2026
    Odometer
    151,159 miles
    Test number
    702651163933
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  3. Pass149,706 miles (+1,861)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2025
    Odometer
    149,706 miles
    Test number
    709311622340
    • AdvisorySuspension components flaking/corroded

  4. Pass147,845 miles (+2,826)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2024
    Odometer
    147,845 miles
    Test number
    717201161156
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s & o/s wearing on outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass145,019 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2023
    Odometer
    145,019 miles
    Test number
    817848632012
    • AdvisoryBrake cable damaged but not to excess Steel tubes which inner cable runs inside corrosion on rear ends of tubes. (1.1.15 (a))

  6. Fail145,018 miles (+7,663)1 dangerous5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,018 miles
    Test number
    562230170042
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating Both sides. (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded To rear flex hose. (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded To rear brake calliper. (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded To rear brake calliper. (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Flex hose to flex hose across rear sub frame. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake cable damaged but not to excess Steel tubes which inner cable runs inside corrosion on rear ends of tubes. (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Worn 2-3mm. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Worn. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Worn 2-3mm. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass137,355 miles (+2,979)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2022
    Odometer
    137,355 miles
    Test number
    481551645670

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass134,376 miles (+10,645)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2021
    Odometer
    134,376 miles
    Test number
    792159747797
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass123,731 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    123,731 miles
    Test number
    951844443723
    • AdvisoryBoth rear discs rusty and worn inner faces

  10. Fail123,731 miles (+10,191)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,731 miles
    Test number
    313995314512
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear discs rusty and worn inner faces

  11. Pass113,540 miles (+10,256)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    113,540 miles
    Test number
    405547356799

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass103,284 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    103,284 miles
    Test number
    795451808744
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Damp (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Damp (2.7.3)

  13. Fail103,284 miles (+9,457)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,284 miles
    Test number
    179757139625
    • FailureTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Damp (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Damp (2.7.3)

  14. Pass93,827 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    93,827 miles
    Test number
    101268148067
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  15. Fail93,827 miles (+8,901)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,827 miles
    Test number
    903227631368
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  16. Pass84,926 miles (-620,764)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    84,926 miles
    Test number
    289757405483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass705,690 miles (+644,858)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    705,690 miles
    Test number
    317756814143
    • NoteRear brake pds getting low

  18. Pass60,832 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    60,832 miles
    Test number
    958972673079
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Fail60,832 miles (+9,643)1 failure1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,832 miles
    Test number
    327552673073
    • FailureRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass51,189 miles (+7,091)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2013
    Odometer
    51,189 miles
    Test number
    296302652494
    • NoteO/s/f tyre getting low outer edges and tread starting to peel off
    • NoteRear tyres starting to get low on outer edges

  21. Pass44,098 miles (+14,253)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    44,098 miles
    Test number
    149617881247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass29,845 miles (+14,181)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    29,845 miles
    Test number
    393109770418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass15,664 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    15,664 miles
    Test number
    154305599249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S31 TET

Does S31 TET currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S31 TET is valid until 17 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on S31 TET?
The MOT on S31 TET is valid until 17 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S31 TET done?
S31 TET was recorded at 151,631 miles at its MOT on 18 May 2026, an average of 8,206 miles a year.
Has S31 TET ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S31 TET has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on S31 TET ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 17 Apr 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S31 TET find?
S31 TET passed its latest MOT on 18 May 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; offside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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