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BMW 120

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

V13 BSHMOT history

V13 BSH is a black diesel BMW 120 first used on 13 Oct 2009. Its MOT is valid until 1 Oct 2027 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 141,467 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Sept 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Oct 2027
Mileage
141,467 mi
At MOT on 25 Sept 2026
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,252 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V13 BSH
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
13 Oct 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V13 BSH was last recorded at 141,467 miles on 25 Sept 2026, 59 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,408 miles · 24 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
59 miles
Average per year
8,252 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 141,467 miles
  • 2025 – 134,143 miles
  • 2024 – 123,581 miles
  • 2021 – 119,010 miles
  • 2020 – 114,401 miles
  • 2019 – 108,349 miles
  • 2018 – 95,583 miles
  • 2017 – 81,327 miles
  • 2016 – 70,124 miles
  • 2015 – 58,933 miles
  • 2014 – 48,216 miles
  • 2013 – 36,993 miles
  • 2012 – 26,645 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,467 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

19 tests since 26 Oct 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,467 miles (+59)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    141,467 miles
    Test number
    713411188152
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Fail141,408 miles (+7,265)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,408 miles
    Test number
    478892464417
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass134,143 miles (+10,562)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    134,143 miles
    Test number
    275121309532
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass123,581 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    123,581 miles
    Test number
    898159413356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail123,581 miles (+4,571)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,581 miles
    Test number
    290759788313
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass119,010 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    119,010 miles
    Test number
    105920062652

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail119,009 miles (+4,608)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,009 miles
    Test number
    555793811325
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  8. Pass114,401 miles (+6,052)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    114,401 miles
    Test number
    259852750410
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass108,349 miles (+12,766)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    108,349 miles
    Test number
    133290551681
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass95,583 miles (+14,256)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    95,583 miles
    Test number
    856140655691
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass81,327 miles (+11,203)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    81,327 miles
    Test number
    393987162776
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  12. Pass70,124 miles (+212)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    70,124 miles
    Test number
    979788663027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass69,912 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    69,912 miles
    Test number
    164742341107
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Fail69,912 miles (+10,979)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,912 miles
    Test number
    718370274500
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass58,933 miles (+10,717)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    58,933 miles
    Test number
    436798984604
    • 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)

  16. Pass48,216 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    48,216 miles
    Test number
    896784094285
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Fail48,216 miles (+11,223)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,216 miles
    Test number
    589484094212
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass36,993 miles (+10,348)3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    36,993 miles
    Test number
    855099693224
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteN/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge

  19. Pass26,645 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    26,645 miles
    Test number
    596820502308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V13 BSH

Does V13 BSH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V13 BSH is valid until 1 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on V13 BSH?
The MOT on V13 BSH is valid until 1 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V13 BSH done?
V13 BSH was recorded at 141,467 miles at its MOT on 25 Sept 2026, an average of 8,252 miles a year.
Has V13 BSH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V13 BSH has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on V13 BSH 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 V13 BSH find?
V13 BSH passed its latest MOT on 25 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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