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BMW 120

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

V12 VYNMOT history

V12 VYN is a black diesel BMW 120 first used on 5 Mar 2009. Its MOT is valid until 5 Mar 2027 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 60,706 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Feb 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 5 Mar 2027
Mileage
60,706 mi
At MOT on 16 Feb 2026
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,080 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V12 VYN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
120
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
5 Mar 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V12 VYN was last recorded at 60,706 miles on 16 Feb 2026, 2,060 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
58,646 miles · 13 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
2,060 miles
Average per year
3,080 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 60,706 miles
  • 2025 – 58,646 miles
  • 2024 – 55,442 miles
  • 2023 – 52,282 miles
  • 2022 – 49,073 miles
  • 2021 – 45,443 miles
  • 2020 – 43,341 miles
  • 2019 – 40,018 miles
  • 2018 – 37,212 miles
  • 2017 – 34,989 miles
  • 2016 – 32,146 miles
  • 2015 – 28,212 miles
  • 2014 – 24,125 miles
  • 2013 – 21,014 miles
  • 2012 – 17,622 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass60,706 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

18 tests since 21 Feb 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass60,706 miles (+2,060)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    60,706 miles
    Test number
    361938045975
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass58,646 miles (+3,204)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    58,646 miles
    Test number
    730001664340
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass55,442 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    55,442 miles
    Test number
    326518003271
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail55,438 miles (+3,156)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,438 miles
    Test number
    629619393831
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass52,282 miles (+3,209)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    52,282 miles
    Test number
    290820017010
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass49,073 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    49,073 miles
    Test number
    846815963129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail49,072 miles (+3,629)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,072 miles
    Test number
    938984480379
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass45,443 miles (+2,102)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    45,443 miles
    Test number
    541243070044
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass43,341 miles (+3,323)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    43,341 miles
    Test number
    989520035872

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass40,018 miles (+2,806)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    40,018 miles
    Test number
    688371500006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass37,212 miles (+2,223)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    37,212 miles
    Test number
    509333936148
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres perished
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on both edges

  12. Pass34,989 miles (+2,843)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    34,989 miles
    Test number
    467152062331
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has cracks in tread line
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has cracks in tread line

  13. Pass32,146 miles (+3,934)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    32,146 miles
    Test number
    272593857509

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail28,212 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,212 miles
    Test number
    158008745486
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  15. Pass28,212 miles (+4,087)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    28,212 miles
    Test number
    669938645024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass24,125 miles (+3,111)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    24,125 miles
    Test number
    187386154005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass21,014 miles (+3,392)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    21,014 miles
    Test number
    588609743057
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass17,622 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    17,622 miles
    Test number
    679422952024
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about V12 VYN

Does V12 VYN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V12 VYN is valid until 5 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on V12 VYN?
The MOT on V12 VYN is valid until 5 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V12 VYN done?
V12 VYN was recorded at 60,706 miles at its MOT on 16 Feb 2026, an average of 3,080 miles a year.
Has V12 VYN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V12 VYN has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on V12 VYN 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 V12 VYN find?
V12 VYN passed its latest MOT on 16 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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