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BMW 125

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 2,996 cc

V13 BVYMOT history

V13 BVY is a black petrol BMW 125 first used on 3 Oct 2008. Its MOT is valid until 7 Oct 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 103,430 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Sept 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 7 Oct 2027
Mileage
103,430 mi
At MOT on 18 Sept 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,965 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V13 BVY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
125
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,996 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
3 Oct 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V13 BVY was last recorded at 103,430 miles on 18 Sept 2026, 1,390 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,040 miles · 12 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
1,390 miles
Average per year
5,965 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 103,430 miles
  • 2025 – 102,040 miles
  • 2024 – 99,516 miles
  • 2023 – 94,580 miles
  • 2022 – 90,585 miles
  • 2021 – 89,582 miles
  • 2020 – 87,017 miles
  • 2015 – 47,752 miles
  • 2014 – 33,971 miles
  • 2013 – 27,377 miles
  • 2012 – 16,624 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,430 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Windscreen washer not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

16 tests since 29 Feb 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,430 miles (+1,390)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    103,430 miles
    Test number
    152145771346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass102,040 miles (+2,524)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    102,040 miles
    Test number
    196360020410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass99,516 miles (+4,936)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    99,516 miles
    Test number
    919119269407
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Pass94,580 miles (+3,995)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    94,580 miles
    Test number
    161186956276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass90,585 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    90,585 miles
    Test number
    369817596640
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Fail90,582 miles (+1,000)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,582 miles
    Test number
    275476471834
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system fault
  7. Pass89,582 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    89,582 miles
    Test number
    417198131331
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  8. Fail89,582 miles (+2,565)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,582 miles
    Test number
    795895741694
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  9. Pass87,017 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    87,017 miles
    Test number
    749574589756
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  10. Fail87,017 miles (+13)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,017 miles
    Test number
    391534612590
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  11. Fail87,004 miles (+39,252)1 dangerous9 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,004 miles
    Test number
    904218894184
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorFront Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Pass47,752 miles (+13,781)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    47,752 miles
    Test number
    718122215214
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs.
    • NoteOffside and nearside front tyres perished and worn.
    • NoteOffside and nearside rear tyres inner edges worn.
    • NoteWindscreen chipped.
  13. Pass33,971 miles (+1,531)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    33,971 miles
    Test number
    425399194172
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn on inner edges
    • NoteFront inner brake pads look low
  14. Pass32,440 miles (+5,063)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    32,440 miles
    Test number
    506831074002
    • NoteBoth front tyres cracked on tread
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn on inner edges and cracked
  15. Pass27,377 miles (+10,753)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    27,377 miles
    Test number
    128241573476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass16,624 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    16,624 miles
    Test number
    519380062057
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about V13 BVY

Does V13 BVY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V13 BVY is valid until 7 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on V13 BVY?
The MOT on V13 BVY is valid until 7 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 BVY done?
V13 BVY was recorded at 103,430 miles at its MOT on 18 Sept 2026, an average of 5,965 miles a year.
Has V13 BVY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V13 BVY has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on V13 BVY 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 BVY find?
V13 BVY passed its latest MOT on 18 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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