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BMW 120

Grey · Diesel · 2014 · 1,995 cc

S41 FAMMOT history

S41 FAM is a grey diesel BMW 120 first used on 30 Sept 2014. Its MOT is valid until 23 Apr 2027 and it has passed 9 of 13 MOT tests, with 130,544 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Apr 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Apr 2027
Mileage
130,544 mi
At MOT on 24 Apr 2026
MOT tests
13
9 passed · 4 failed
Per year
10,504 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S41 FAM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
120
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
30 Sept 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S41 FAM was last recorded at 130,544 miles on 24 Apr 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,542 miles · 16 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
10,504 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 130,544 miles
  • 2025 – 123,018 miles
  • 2024 – 122,826 miles
  • 2023 – 105,245 miles
  • 2022 – 94,605 miles
  • 2021 – 66,764 miles
  • 2019 – 53,509 miles
  • 2018 – 51,327 miles
  • 2017 – 42,372 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,544 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

13 tests since 1 Dec 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,544 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    130,544 miles
    Test number
    986358862780
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail130,542 miles (+7,524)7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,542 miles
    Test number
    737796042212
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass123,018 miles (+192)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    123,018 miles
    Test number
    500897024999
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front panel damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryBoth front fog lights missing
    • AdvisoryFront bumper damaged

  4. Fail122,826 miles (+17,581)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,826 miles
    Test number
    300252768784
    • MajorFront Body panel damaged and likely to cause injury Bumper Insecure & Damage Causing Multiple Sharp Edges (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Body panel damaged and likely to cause injury Wing Panel Heavily Dented/Deformed (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass105,245 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    105,245 miles
    Test number
    320909259755
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper Slightly Damaged - No Sharp Edges
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake Light Lens Slightly Cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On Legal Limit (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail105,245 miles (+5,305)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,245 miles
    Test number
    917844325467
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper Slightly Damaged - No Sharp Edges
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake Light Lens Slightly Cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On Legal Limit (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass99,940 miles (+5,335)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    99,940 miles
    Test number
    772673613644
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On Legal Limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On Legal Limit (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass94,605 miles (+27,841)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    94,605 miles
    Test number
    744965713233
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Bumper damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass66,764 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    66,764 miles
    Test number
    683563970980
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all around (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front seat belt sticking can be operated
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail66,764 miles (+13,255)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,764 miles
    Test number
    714947462628
    • DangerousRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both tyres (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all around (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front seat belt sticking can be operated
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass53,509 miles (+2,182)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    53,509 miles
    Test number
    614714875904

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass51,327 miles (+8,955)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    51,327 miles
    Test number
    949402341316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass42,372 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    42,372 miles
    Test number
    539597805191
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about S41 FAM

Does S41 FAM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S41 FAM is valid until 23 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S41 FAM?
The MOT on S41 FAM is valid until 23 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S41 FAM done?
S41 FAM was recorded at 130,544 miles at its MOT on 24 Apr 2026, an average of 10,504 miles a year.
Has S41 FAM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S41 FAM has failed 4 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on S41 FAM 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 S41 FAM find?
S41 FAM passed its latest MOT on 24 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive engine.

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