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BMW 120

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

T70 MLEMOT history

T70 MLE is a black diesel BMW 120 first used on 23 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 3 Apr 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 130,014 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Apr 2027
Mileage
130,014 mi
At MOT on 2 Apr 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,467 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T70 MLE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
120
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
23 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T70 MLE was last recorded at 130,014 miles on 2 Apr 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,014 miles · 1 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
9,467 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 130,014 miles
  • 2025 – 124,850 miles
  • 2023 – 104,973 miles
  • 2022 – 94,499 miles
  • 2021 – 88,657 miles
  • 2020 – 85,424 miles
  • 2019 – 79,656 miles
  • 2018 – 74,965 miles
  • 2017 – 71,282 miles
  • 2016 – 48,585 miles
  • 2015 – 26,981 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,014 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Has a slight bulge in outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))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.

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top bearing/bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Under trays fitted obscuring some under side components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

20 tests since 16 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,014 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    130,014 miles
    Test number
    731771856797
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Has a slight bulge in outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail130,014 miles (+5,164)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,014 miles
    Test number
    238599059741
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/50/17W-XL (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass124,850 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    124,850 miles
    Test number
    829891482375
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top bearing/bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail124,845 miles (+19,872)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,845 miles
    Test number
    740792076314
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top bearing/bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass104,973 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    104,973 miles
    Test number
    388229172417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass104,972 miles (+1,777)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    104,972 miles
    Test number
    235185266844
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass103,195 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    103,195 miles
    Test number
    294724788177
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  8. Fail103,193 miles (+8,694)2 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,193 miles
    Test number
    154462426257
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  9. Pass94,499 miles (+5,842)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    94,499 miles
    Test number
    359810720061
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some under side components
    • AdvisoryHandbrake readings low on nearside

  10. Pass88,657 miles (+3,233)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    88,657 miles
    Test number
    651024679172
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some under side components

  11. Pass85,424 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    85,424 miles
    Test number
    720709023417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail85,424 miles (+5,768)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,424 miles
    Test number
    421591805375
    • MajorRegistration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

  13. Pass79,656 miles (+4,691)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    79,656 miles
    Test number
    821592874659

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass74,965 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    74,965 miles
    Test number
    675833875675

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail74,965 miles (+3,683)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,965 miles
    Test number
    522138499267
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

  16. Pass71,282 miles (+22,697)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    71,282 miles
    Test number
    544096837275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass48,585 miles (+21,604)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    48,585 miles
    Test number
    287242677942
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySill trims/engine covers/under trays fitted

  18. Pass26,981 miles (+17)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    26,981 miles
    Test number
    994768596289
    • AdvisoryUnder trays

  19. Pass26,964 miles (+1,537)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    26,964 miles
    Test number
    769310865148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass25,427 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    25,427 miles
    Test number
    766335575096
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about T70 MLE

Does T70 MLE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T70 MLE is valid until 3 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T70 MLE?
The MOT on T70 MLE is valid until 3 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T70 MLE done?
T70 MLE was recorded at 130,014 miles at its MOT on 2 Apr 2026, an average of 9,467 miles a year.
Has T70 MLE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T70 MLE has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T70 MLE 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 T70 MLE find?
T70 MLE passed its latest MOT on 2 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre slightly damaged has a slight bulge in outer side wall; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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