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BMW 1 Series

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

V31 NGSMOT history

V31 NGS is a black diesel BMW 1 Series first used on 14 Jan 2005. Its MOT expired on 18 Jun 2023 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 168,671 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 May 2022.

V31 NGS black BMW 1 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 18 Jun 2023
Mileage
168,671 mi
At MOT on 25 May 2022
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,138 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V31 NGS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
1 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
14 Jan 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Jun 2023
Latest MOT test
25 May 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

V31 NGS was last recorded at 168,671 miles on 25 May 2022, 12,585 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jun 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
156,086 miles · 19 Jun 2021
Between the last two tests
12,585 miles
Average per year
9,138 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 168,671 miles
  • 2021 – 156,086 miles
  • 2020 – 142,252 miles
  • 2019 – 126,426 miles
  • 2018 – 117,430 miles
  • 2017 – 102,798 miles
  • 2016 – 98,040 miles
  • 2014 – 92,303 miles
  • 2013 – 79,625 miles
  • 2012 – 69,921 miles
  • 2011 – 58,305 miles
  • 2010 – 49,691 miles
  • 2009 – 42,537 miles
  • 2008 – 38,581 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass168,671 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (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.

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive From the top of the engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

21 tests since 28 Feb 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass168,671 miles (+12,585)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    168,671 miles
    Test number
    469999675705
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  2. Pass156,086 miles (+26)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    156,086 miles
    Test number
    139517341325
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive From the top of the engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  3. Fail156,060 miles (+255)2 dangerous1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,060 miles
    Test number
    548224641118
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive From the top of the engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  4. Fail155,805 miles (+13,553)3 dangerous3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,805 miles
    Test number
    389403806865
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle very slow 61% imbalance. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault at dash. (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
  5. Pass142,252 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    142,252 miles
    Test number
    595894600819
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted
  6. Fail142,252 miles (+15,826)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,252 miles
    Test number
    703744093195
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSound deadening material insecure under bonnet (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted
  7. Pass126,426 miles (+8,996)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    126,426 miles
    Test number
    744519815602
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
  8. Pass117,430 miles (+14,632)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    117,430 miles
    Test number
    138669584754
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  9. Pass102,798 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    102,798 miles
    Test number
    235473225850

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail102,798 miles (+4,758)2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,798 miles
    Test number
    645462987636
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  11. Pass98,040 miles (+5,737)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    98,040 miles
    Test number
    776917658053
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted
  12. Pass92,303 miles (+5,760)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    92,303 miles
    Test number
    305636054387
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  13. Pass86,543 miles (+6,918)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    86,543 miles
    Test number
    537110914098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass79,625 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    79,625 miles
    Test number
    536363113186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail79,625 miles (+9,704)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,625 miles
    Test number
    999273713109
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
  16. Pass69,921 miles (+11,616)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    69,921 miles
    Test number
    889924812155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass58,305 miles (+8,614)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    58,305 miles
    Test number
    136418981025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass49,691 miles (+1,907)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    49,691 miles
    Test number
    674415070130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass47,784 miles (+5,247)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    47,784 miles
    Test number
    430081160023
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteRear brake disc faces corroded
  20. Pass42,537 miles (+3,956)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    42,537 miles
    Test number
    544461359045
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteSQUEAL FROM PARKING BRAKE NEARSIDE & OFFSIDE WHEN APPLIED ON RBT
    • NoteUNDER SIDE OF VEHICLE COVERED BY BODY PLASTICS
  21. Pass38,581 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    38,581 miles
    Test number
    162339258045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V31 NGS

Does V31 NGS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V31 NGS expired on 18 Jun 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V31 NGS?
The MOT on V31 NGS expired on 18 Jun 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V31 NGS done?
V31 NGS was recorded at 168,671 miles at its MOT on 25 May 2022, an average of 9,138 miles a year.
Has V31 NGS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V31 NGS has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jun 2021.
Has the mileage on V31 NGS 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 NGS find?
V31 NGS passed its latest MOT on 25 May 2022 with 3 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases.

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