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BMW 1 Series

White · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

V5 RFHMOT history

V5 RFH is a white diesel BMW 1 Series first used on 30 May 2012. Its MOT is valid until 30 Mar 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 96,371 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Mar 2026.

V5 RFH white BMW 1 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Mar 2027
Mileage
96,371 mi
At MOT on 31 Mar 2026
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,958 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V5 RFH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
1 Series
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
30 May 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V5 RFH was last recorded at 96,371 miles on 31 Mar 2026, 7,892 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,479 miles · 19 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
7,892 miles
Average per year
6,958 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 96,371 miles
  • 2025 – 88,479 miles
  • 2024 – 81,532 miles
  • 2023 – 74,257 miles
  • 2022 – 66,302 miles
  • 2021 – 59,864 miles
  • 2020 – 55,290 miles
  • 2019 – 51,499 miles
  • 2018 – 48,658 miles
  • 2017 – 39,023 miles
  • 2016 – 30,417 miles
  • 2015 – 20,573 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,371 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres on limits on edges

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor5 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords also tyre inner edge wearing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

Full MOT history

18 tests since 9 May 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,371 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    96,371 miles
    Test number
    188872406187
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres on limits on edges
  2. Fail96,371 miles (+7,892)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,371 miles
    Test number
    343524834004
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres on limits on edges
  3. Pass88,479 miles (+6,947)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    88,479 miles
    Test number
    445302372213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass81,532 miles (+7,275)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    81,532 miles
    Test number
    663847687966

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass74,257 miles (+35)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    74,257 miles
    Test number
    455546437643
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords also tyre inner edge wearing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  6. Fail74,222 miles (+7,920)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,222 miles
    Test number
    829870770251
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords also tyre inner edge wearing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  7. Pass66,302 miles (+6,438)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    66,302 miles
    Test number
    757246497070
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  8. Pass59,864 miles (+7)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    59,864 miles
    Test number
    912449093865
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  9. Fail59,857 miles (+4,567)1 dangerous1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,857 miles
    Test number
    404992659716
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass55,290 miles (+3,791)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    55,290 miles
    Test number
    832910504792
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  11. Pass51,499 miles (+2,841)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    51,499 miles
    Test number
    624134334301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass48,658 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2019
    Odometer
    48,658 miles
    Test number
    991908968173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail48,649 miles (+9,626)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,649 miles
    Test number
    498325914504
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner wall (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
  14. Pass39,023 miles (+8,606)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2018
    Odometer
    39,023 miles
    Test number
    828380789030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass30,417 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2017
    Odometer
    30,417 miles
    Test number
    686000823603

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail30,417 miles (+9,844)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,417 miles
    Test number
    204550444611
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  17. Pass20,573 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2016
    Odometer
    20,573 miles
    Test number
    488685935189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail20,573 miles3 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,573 miles
    Test number
    845159025144
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Questions about V5 RFH

Does V5 RFH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V5 RFH is valid until 30 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on V5 RFH?
The MOT on V5 RFH is valid until 30 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V5 RFH done?
V5 RFH was recorded at 96,371 miles at its MOT on 31 Mar 2026, an average of 6,958 miles a year.
Has V5 RFH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V5 RFH has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on V5 RFH 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 V5 RFH find?
V5 RFH passed its latest MOT on 31 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: both rear tyres on limits on edges.

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