Battistinis

Black and Yellow · Petrol · 2003 · 1,800 cc

V23 BATMOT history

V23 BAT is a black and yellow petrol Battistinis first used on 26 Mar 2003. Its MOT is valid until 26 Apr 2027 and it has passed 7 of 10 MOT tests, with 12,095 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Apr 2027
Mileage
12,095 mi
At MOT on 21 Apr 2026
MOT tests
10
7 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,492 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V23 BAT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Battistinis
Colour
Black and Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,800 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
26 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V23 BAT was last recorded at 12,095 miles on 21 Apr 2026, 3,300 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
8,795 miles · 1 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
3,300 miles
Average per year
1,492 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 12,095 miles
  • 2025 – 8,795 miles
  • 2024 – 5,178 miles
  • 2023 – 4,532 miles
  • 2018 – 4 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass12,095 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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.

  • Lights masked at time of test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass12,095 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    12,095 miles
    Test number
    987361432353
    • AdvisoryOffside Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  2. Fail12,095 miles (+3,300)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,095 miles
    Test number
    300542758815
    • MajorFront Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  3. Pass8,795 miles (+3,617)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    8,795 miles
    Test number
    472475829466
    • MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDay Time Mot Test, as advised by presenter
    • AdvisoryLights masked at time of test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  4. Pass5,178 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    5,178 miles
    Test number
    844353077618
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryLights masked at time of test
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

  5. Fail5,176 miles (+644)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    5,176 miles
    Test number
    398094720488
    • MajorRegistration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorSteering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryLights masked at time of test
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

  6. Pass4,532 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    4,532 miles
    Test number
    553799563367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    780461429489
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass4 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    4 miles
    Test number
    653992468631

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    953223800136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. FailMileage not read4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    411022100146
    • FailureExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.7.3a)
    • FailureRear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
    • FailureRegistration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Questions about V23 BAT

Does V23 BAT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V23 BAT is valid until 26 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on V23 BAT?
The MOT on V23 BAT is valid until 26 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V23 BAT done?
V23 BAT was recorded at 12,095 miles at its MOT on 21 Apr 2026, an average of 1,492 miles a year.
Has V23 BAT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V23 BAT has failed 3 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on V23 BAT 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 V23 BAT find?
V23 BAT passed its latest MOT on 21 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: offside exhaust noisy.

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