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BMW 120

Silver · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

V7 DOLMOT history

V7 DOL is a silver diesel BMW 120 first used on 14 Aug 2009. Its MOT is valid until 19 Aug 2027 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 109,296 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Aug 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Aug 2027
Mileage
109,296 mi
At MOT on 20 Aug 2026
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,404 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V7 DOL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
120
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
14 Aug 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V7 DOL was last recorded at 109,296 miles on 20 Aug 2026, 4,592 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,704 miles · 20 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
4,592 miles
Average per year
6,404 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 109,296 miles
  • 2025 – 104,704 miles
  • 2024 – 99,451 miles
  • 2023 – 94,549 miles
  • 2022 – 86,988 miles
  • 2021 – 80,249 miles
  • 2020 – 76,146 miles
  • 2019 – 71,192 miles
  • 2018 – 63,311 miles
  • 2017 – 55,688 miles
  • 2016 – 48,903 miles
  • 2015 – 41,112 miles
  • 2014 – 33,960 miles
  • 2013 – 27,589 miles
  • 2012 – 19,545 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,296 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approx 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened heavily corroded / poor (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear floor above fuel tank poor / corroded

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 Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened heavily corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Little reserve travel h/brake lever

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

19 tests since 14 Aug 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,296 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    109,296 miles
    Test number
    302102389615
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approx 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened heavily corroded / poor (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear floor above fuel tank poor / corroded
  2. Fail109,296 miles (+4,592)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,296 miles
    Test number
    710314256407
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approx 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened heavily corroded / poor (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear floor above fuel tank poor / corroded
  3. Pass104,704 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    104,704 miles
    Test number
    261173619044
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened heavily corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryLittle reserve travel h/brake lever
  4. Fail104,703 miles (+5,252)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,703 miles
    Test number
    745073300487
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened heavily corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryLittle reserve travel h/brake lever
  5. Pass99,451 miles (+4,902)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    99,451 miles
    Test number
    918214842135
    • MinorNearside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Door mirror lens faded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Cross pipe to flexi rusty (1.1.11 (c))
  6. Pass94,549 miles (+7,561)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    94,549 miles
    Test number
    586254763251
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing offside front inner sidewall cracking/splitting (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside front edges worn (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass86,988 miles (+6,739)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    86,988 miles
    Test number
    305882556590

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass80,249 miles (+4,103)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    80,249 miles
    Test number
    394271249748

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass76,146 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    76,146 miles
    Test number
    669075244795
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake pads wearing low
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake disc inner face corroded
  10. Fail76,146 miles (+4,954)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,146 miles
    Test number
    405637475889
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake pads wearing low
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake disc inner face corroded
  11. Pass71,192 miles (+7,881)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    71,192 miles
    Test number
    354455842879
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Pass63,311 miles (+7,623)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    63,311 miles
    Test number
    785483469387
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Rusty face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  13. Pass55,688 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    55,688 miles
    Test number
    759212597021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail55,688 miles (+6,785)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,688 miles
    Test number
    327819908492
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
  15. Pass48,903 miles (+7,791)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    48,903 miles
    Test number
    822318214933

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass41,112 miles (+7,152)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    41,112 miles
    Test number
    690520042888

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass33,960 miles (+6,371)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    33,960 miles
    Test number
    359665124450
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  18. Pass27,589 miles (+8,044)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    27,589 miles
    Test number
    305505923286
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  19. Pass19,545 miles6 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    19,545 miles
    Test number
    787407922242
    • NoteADVISE NUMBER PLATES LETTERING?????
    • NoteALL FOUR BRAKE DISCS ARE SLIGHTLY WORN
    • NoteBOTH FRONT STRUTS ARE SLIGHTLY STIFF
    • NoteNEARSIDE AND OFFSIDE OUTER SILLS HAVE PLASTIC COVERS ON THE SILLS..SILLS NOT CHECKED
    • NoteTHE WHOLE UNDERSIDE OF THE VEHICLE..I.E FLOOR AREA IS COVERED IN PLASTIC FLOOR COVERS..THUS A FULL INSPECTION OF SOME OF THE COMPONETS COULD NOT BE CHECKED
    • NoteVEHICLE TESTED IN WET CONDITIONS

Questions about V7 DOL

Does V7 DOL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V7 DOL is valid until 19 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on V7 DOL?
The MOT on V7 DOL is valid until 19 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V7 DOL done?
V7 DOL was recorded at 109,296 miles at its MOT on 20 Aug 2026, an average of 6,404 miles a year.
Has V7 DOL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V7 DOL has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on V7 DOL 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 V7 DOL find?
V7 DOL passed its latest MOT on 20 Aug 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approx 3mm; offside rear service brake binding but not excessively; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened heavily corroded / poor, and 1 more.

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