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BMW 1 Series

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

V13 GESMOT history

V13 GES is a black diesel BMW 1 Series first used on 14 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 22 Sept 2027 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 98,074 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Sept 2026.

V13 GES black BMW 1 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Sept 2027
Mileage
98,074 mi
At MOT on 23 Sept 2026
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,651 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V13 GES
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
1 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
14 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V13 GES was last recorded at 98,074 miles on 23 Sept 2026, 4,545 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,529 miles · 31 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
4,545 miles
Average per year
4,651 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 98,074 miles
  • 2025 – 93,529 miles
  • 2024 – 89,692 miles
  • 2023 – 85,929 miles
  • 2022 – 82,177 miles
  • 2021 – 79,062 miles
  • 2020 – 75,602 miles
  • 2019 – 69,203 miles
  • 2018 – 64,988 miles
  • 2017 – 60,562 miles
  • 2016 – 55,932 miles
  • 2015 – 52,207 miles
  • 2014 – 47,918 miles
  • 2013 – 46,031 miles
  • 2012 – 43,575 miles
  • 2011 – 35,282 miles
  • 2010 – 22,728 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,074 miles
  • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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.

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Heat damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Under trays fitted on.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

20 tests since 12 Jul 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,074 miles (+4,545)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    98,074 miles
    Test number
    712462463432
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass93,529 miles (+3,837)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    93,529 miles
    Test number
    657630447802
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Upper arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Upper arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass89,692 miles (+3,763)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    89,692 miles
    Test number
    140085047742

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass85,929 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    85,929 miles
    Test number
    839064870528
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Heat damaged (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  5. Fail85,929 miles (+3,752)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,929 miles
    Test number
    176352602505
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding Excessive heat generated into disc (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Heat damaged (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  6. Pass82,177 miles (+3,115)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    82,177 miles
    Test number
    968180130327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass79,062 miles (+3,460)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    79,062 miles
    Test number
    949366521128
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Both front. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs scored.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre wearing low.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted on.

  8. Pass75,602 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    75,602 miles
    Test number
    422736034890
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin rear brake pads close to limit. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre wearing low.
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs worn.
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted on.

  9. Fail75,602 miles (+6,399)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,602 miles
    Test number
    483520595081
    • MajorDirection indicator incorrect colour Both rear. (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin rear brake pads close to limit. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre wearing low.
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs worn.
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted on.

  10. Pass69,203 miles (+4,215)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    69,203 miles
    Test number
    946862655498
    • AdvisoryDiesel Emission Reading not detected at time of test- Emission test pass
    • AdvisoryFront Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer bush- Offside and Nearside - Both side front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass64,988 miles (+4,426)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2019
    Odometer
    64,988 miles
    Test number
    294369277685
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre

  12. Pass60,562 miles (+4,630)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2018
    Odometer
    60,562 miles
    Test number
    549255360375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass55,932 miles (+3,725)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2017
    Odometer
    55,932 miles
    Test number
    481141288210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass52,207 miles (+4,289)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2016
    Odometer
    52,207 miles
    Test number
    229054035497
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass47,918 miles (+1,887)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2015
    Odometer
    47,918 miles
    Test number
    805360854160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass46,031 miles (+2,456)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    46,031 miles
    Test number
    907375863185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass43,575 miles (+8,293)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    43,575 miles
    Test number
    237193392489
    • NoteBothside rear tyre tread wear

  18. Fail35,282 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,282 miles
    Test number
    907048371139
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

  19. Pass35,282 miles (+12,554)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    35,282 miles
    Test number
    917368271174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass22,728 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    22,728 miles
    Test number
    864623890183
    • 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)

Questions about V13 GES

Does V13 GES currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V13 GES is valid until 22 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on V13 GES?
The MOT on V13 GES is valid until 22 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V13 GES done?
V13 GES was recorded at 98,074 miles at its MOT on 23 Sept 2026, an average of 4,651 miles a year.
Has V13 GES ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V13 GES has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on V13 GES 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 GES find?
V13 GES passed its latest MOT on 23 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: front headlamp lens slightly defective both; offside front coil spring corroded.

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