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BMW 120

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

T700 ELCMOT history

T700 ELC is a black diesel BMW 120 first used on 25 Feb 2011. Its MOT expired on 2 Apr 2026 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 145,456 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Apr 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Apr 2026
Mileage
145,456 mi
At MOT on 3 Apr 2025
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
10,986 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T700 ELC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
120
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
25 Feb 2011
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T700 ELC was last recorded at 145,456 miles on 3 Apr 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
145,456 miles · 1 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
10,986 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 145,456 miles
  • 2024 – 143,592 miles
  • 2023 – 136,241 miles
  • 2022 – 120,166 miles
  • 2021 – 113,176 miles
  • 2020 – 101,752 miles
  • 2019 – 87,065 miles
  • 2018 – 75,130 miles
  • 2017 – 54,481 miles
  • 2016 – 46,664 miles
  • 2015 – 35,933 miles
  • 2014 – 26,013 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass145,456 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryProp shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryCentre exhaust has been modifiedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Vehicle has outstanding recall, contact local BMW agent for details

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Crank pulley worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Crankshaft pulley deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

22 tests since 17 Feb 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass145,456 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    145,456 miles
    Test number
    231478259883
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust has been modified
  2. Fail145,456 miles (+1,864)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,456 miles
    Test number
    998124659542
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements on dashboard (0.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Hazard warning lamps inoperative flashes too fast (4.4.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust has been modified
  3. Pass143,592 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    143,592 miles
    Test number
    808075513416
    • AdvisoryProp shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryCrank pulley worn
  4. Fail143,592 miles (+7,351)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,592 miles
    Test number
    702529517259
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 2x cuts (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryCrank pulley worn
  5. Pass136,241 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    136,241 miles
    Test number
    352172980038
    • AdvisoryCrankshaft pulley deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Pads worn unevenly (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front most arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
  6. Fail136,238 miles (+16,072)3 dangerous4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,238 miles
    Test number
    748451299926
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBonnet primary retaining device excessively deteriorated Bonnet doesn't open via catch inside vehicle (3.1 (c))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim too low Both sides (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device cannot be operated from the driver's seat (4.1.5 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCrankshaft pulley deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Pads worn unevenly (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front most arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
  7. Pass120,166 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    120,166 miles
    Test number
    630697578005
    • AdvisoryBonnet latch faulty
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Fail120,166 miles (+1,778)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,166 miles
    Test number
    251383337928
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBonnet latch faulty
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Pass118,388 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    118,388 miles
    Test number
    563137412815
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryGeneral Underbody Corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle has outstanding recall, contact local BMW agent for details
  10. Fail118,388 miles (+5,212)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,388 miles
    Test number
    687755595346
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoot Strut Weak
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryGeneral Underbody Corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryTPMS Light Illuminated
    • AdvisoryVehicle has outstanding recall, contact local BMW agent for details
  11. Pass113,176 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    113,176 miles
    Test number
    499546259672
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle has outstanding recall, contact local BMW agent for details
  12. Fail113,175 miles (+11,423)1 dangerous2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,175 miles
    Test number
    621951741457
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle has outstanding recall, contact local BMW agent for details
  13. Pass101,752 miles (+14,687)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    101,752 miles
    Test number
    963879067795
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edges 215/40/r18/85y (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))
  14. Pass87,065 miles (+11,935)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    87,065 miles
    Test number
    319431617722

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass75,130 miles (+21)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    75,130 miles
    Test number
    476193122616
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  16. Fail75,109 miles (+20,628)1 dangerous1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,109 miles
    Test number
    963043026827
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  17. Pass54,481 miles (+504)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    54,481 miles
    Test number
    226426295365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass53,977 miles (+7,313)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    53,977 miles
    Test number
    853553376588

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass46,664 miles (+10,731)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    46,664 miles
    Test number
    578224565709

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass35,933 miles (+9,920)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    35,933 miles
    Test number
    497061085107
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside front tyre on the inner edge on the legal limit
  21. Pass26,013 miles (+2,765)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    26,013 miles
    Test number
    115340994109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass23,248 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    23,248 miles
    Test number
    205978944026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T700 ELC

Does T700 ELC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T700 ELC expired on 2 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T700 ELC?
The MOT on T700 ELC expired on 2 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T700 ELC done?
T700 ELC was recorded at 145,456 miles at its MOT on 3 Apr 2025, an average of 10,986 miles a year.
Has T700 ELC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T700 ELC has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on T700 ELC 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 T700 ELC find?
T700 ELC passed its latest MOT on 3 Apr 2025 with 4 advisories: nearside rear brake pad(s) wearing thin; offside rear brake pad(s) wearing thin; prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated, and 1 more.

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