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BMW 120

Grey · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

S4 UBEMOT history

S4 UBE is a grey diesel BMW 120 first used on 27 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 10 Apr 2027 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 102,622 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Mar 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Apr 2027
Mileage
102,622 mi
At MOT on 17 Mar 2026
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,286 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S4 UBE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
120
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
27 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S4 UBE was last recorded at 102,622 miles on 17 Mar 2026, 6,961 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,661 miles · 2 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
6,961 miles
Average per year
6,286 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 102,622 miles
  • 2025 – 95,661 miles
  • 2024 – 88,660 miles
  • 2023 – 82,408 miles
  • 2021 – 69,575 miles
  • 2019 – 66,785 miles
  • 2018 – 59,700 miles
  • 2017 – 53,090 miles
  • 2015 – 35,309 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,622 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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 Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

14 tests since 25 Feb 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,622 miles (+6,961)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    102,622 miles
    Test number
    534118195591
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
  2. Pass95,661 miles (+7,001)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    95,661 miles
    Test number
    889110831591
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  3. Pass88,660 miles (+6,252)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    88,660 miles
    Test number
    237917999190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass82,408 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    82,408 miles
    Test number
    529863535673
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))
  5. Fail82,408 miles (+12,833)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,408 miles
    Test number
    607033027778
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))
  6. Pass69,575 miles (+2,790)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    69,575 miles
    Test number
    634307107535

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass66,785 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    66,785 miles
    Test number
    472133708111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail66,785 miles (+7,085)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,785 miles
    Test number
    192250309012
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 4mm in centre smooth on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass59,700 miles (+6,610)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    59,700 miles
    Test number
    515437666984

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass53,090 miles (+6,725)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    53,090 miles
    Test number
    430047199249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass46,365 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    46,365 miles
    Test number
    826522468449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail46,365 miles (+11,056)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,365 miles
    Test number
    860059192642
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  13. Pass35,309 miles (+2,180)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    35,309 miles
    Test number
    935014595166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass33,129 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    33,129 miles
    Test number
    235666755032
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S4 UBE

Does S4 UBE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S4 UBE is valid until 10 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S4 UBE?
The MOT on S4 UBE is valid until 10 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S4 UBE done?
S4 UBE was recorded at 102,622 miles at its MOT on 17 Mar 2026, an average of 6,286 miles a year.
Has S4 UBE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S4 UBE has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on S4 UBE 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 S4 UBE find?
S4 UBE passed its latest MOT on 17 Mar 2026 with 6 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 3 more.

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