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BMW 120

Silver · Diesel · 2006 · 1,995 cc

V31 AKCMOT history

V31 AKC is a silver diesel BMW 120 first used on 31 May 2006. Its MOT is valid until 11 Mar 2027 and it has passed 18 of 21 MOT tests, with 100,248 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Mar 2026.

V31 AKC silver BMW 1 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Mar 2027
Mileage
100,248 mi
At MOT on 11 Mar 2026
MOT tests
21
18 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,050 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V31 AKC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
120
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
31 May 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V31 AKC was last recorded at 100,248 miles on 11 Mar 2026, 13,109 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,139 miles · 25 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
13,109 miles
Average per year
5,050 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 100,248 miles
  • 2025 – 87,139 miles
  • 2024 – 79,406 miles
  • 2023 – 73,013 miles
  • 2022 – 66,781 miles
  • 2021 – 59,248 miles
  • 2020 – 54,624 miles
  • 2019 – 45,953 miles
  • 2018 – 42,160 miles
  • 2017 – 40,381 miles
  • 2016 – 39,221 miles
  • 2015 – 37,055 miles
  • 2014 – 33,151 miles
  • 2013 – 29,407 miles
  • 2012 – 24,481 miles
  • 2011 – 20,768 miles
  • 2010 – 17,576 miles
  • 2009 – 15,489 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,248 miles
  • AdvisoryLower under tray and top engine covers fitted

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 Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on outer 205/50/17 89W Run Flat

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

21 tests since 29 May 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,248 miles (+13,109)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    100,248 miles
    Test number
    808812249635
    • AdvisoryLower under tray and top engine covers fitted

  2. Pass87,139 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    87,139 miles
    Test number
    998207875856
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on outer 205/50/17 89W Run Flat (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail87,139 miles (+7,733)1 dangerous1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,139 miles
    Test number
    387952082387
    • DangerousNearside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting fractured 'Rear axle carrier' arm corroded and holed (mounting arm between subframe and body) (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on outer 205/50/17 89W Run Flat (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass79,406 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    79,406 miles
    Test number
    577255079386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail79,404 miles (+6,391)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,404 miles
    Test number
    151480771246
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

  6. Pass73,013 miles (+6,232)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2024
    Odometer
    73,013 miles
    Test number
    640093177650
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  7. Pass66,781 miles (+7,533)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    66,781 miles
    Test number
    969877770493

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass59,248 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    59,248 miles
    Test number
    381688753454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail59,248 miles (+4,624)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,248 miles
    Test number
    216119704520
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass54,624 miles (+8,671)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    54,624 miles
    Test number
    863273899797
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass45,953 miles (+3,793)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    45,953 miles
    Test number
    328886824865
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass42,160 miles (+1,779)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    42,160 miles
    Test number
    789009828869

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass40,381 miles (+1,160)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    40,381 miles
    Test number
    715722009748
    • 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)

  14. Pass39,221 miles (+2,166)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    39,221 miles
    Test number
    882065970540
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass37,055 miles (+3,904)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    37,055 miles
    Test number
    879616345160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass33,151 miles (+3,744)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    33,151 miles
    Test number
    429622144174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass29,407 miles (+4,926)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    29,407 miles
    Test number
    327324753141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass24,481 miles (+3,713)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    24,481 miles
    Test number
    899753552108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass20,768 miles (+3,192)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    20,768 miles
    Test number
    217991751178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass17,576 miles (+2,087)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    17,576 miles
    Test number
    663004150148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass15,489 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2010
    Odometer
    15,489 miles
    Test number
    392199049198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V31 AKC

Does V31 AKC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V31 AKC is valid until 11 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on V31 AKC?
The MOT on V31 AKC is valid until 11 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V31 AKC done?
V31 AKC was recorded at 100,248 miles at its MOT on 11 Mar 2026, an average of 5,050 miles a year.
Has V31 AKC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V31 AKC has failed 3 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on V31 AKC 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 V31 AKC find?
V31 AKC passed its latest MOT on 11 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: lower under tray and top engine covers fitted.

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