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BMW 120

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

V80 LAAMOT history

V80 LAA is a silver diesel BMW 120 first used on 15 Oct 2008. Its MOT is valid until 21 May 2027 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 173,453 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 May 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 21 May 2027
Mileage
173,453 mi
At MOT on 22 May 2026
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,277 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V80 LAA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
120
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
15 Oct 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 May 2027
Latest MOT test
22 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V80 LAA was last recorded at 173,453 miles on 22 May 2026, 66 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 May 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 22 Apr 2026: 173,335 miles, lower than 175,248 miles on 15 Nov 2024.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
173,387 miles · 5 May 2026
Between the last two tests
66 miles
Average per year
9,277 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 173,453 miles
  • 2024 – 175,248 miles
  • 2023 – 173,235 miles
  • 2021 – 171,882 miles
  • 2020 – 166,759 miles
  • 2019 – 145,291 miles
  • 2018 – 127,947 miles
  • 2017 – 118,963 miles
  • 2016 – 105,332 miles
  • 2015 – 92,163 miles
  • 2014 – 77,709 miles
  • 2013 – 64,930 miles
  • 2012 – 54,985 miles
  • 2011 – 37,872 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass173,453 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension components 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.

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2026

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

19 tests since 10 Oct 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass173,453 miles (+66)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2027
    Odometer
    173,453 miles
    Test number
    985175477254
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension components corroded.
  2. Fail173,387 miles (+52)3 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,387 miles
    Test number
    800931115930
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Road wheel more than one fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorCentral Front Vehicle Identification Number has more than one different number displayed (0.2 (c))
    • MajorCentral Rear Vehicle Identification Number has more than one different number displayed (0.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  3. Fail173,335 miles (-1,913)1 dangerous7 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,335 miles
    Test number
    324943893740
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorRear Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate does not conform to the specified requirements both front and rear (0.1 (d))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower front arm back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner also perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Pass175,248 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    175,248 miles
    Test number
    661276818485
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil both rear (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both floor, chassis rails and under sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Fail175,248 miles (+2,013)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,248 miles
    Test number
    704990392735
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil both rear (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both floor, chassis rails and under sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass173,235 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    173,235 miles
    Test number
    749874865431
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin both rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil both rear (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Fail173,235 miles (+1,353)2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,235 miles
    Test number
    504972170722
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin both rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil both rear (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass171,882 miles (+5,123)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    171,882 miles
    Test number
    532836050844
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  9. Pass166,759 miles (+21,468)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    166,759 miles
    Test number
    911495963814
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (b))
  10. Pass145,291 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    145,291 miles
    Test number
    934004383002
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge And cracking in tread. (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  11. Fail145,291 miles (+17,344)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,291 miles
    Test number
    307922691126
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge And cracking in tread. (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  12. Pass127,947 miles (+8,984)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    127,947 miles
    Test number
    450884229408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass118,963 miles (+13,631)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    118,963 miles
    Test number
    402763808532

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass105,332 miles (+13,169)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    105,332 miles
    Test number
    933900878324
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  15. Pass92,163 miles (+14,454)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    92,163 miles
    Test number
    712312860273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass77,709 miles (+12,779)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    77,709 miles
    Test number
    717157304320
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre tread splitting .snow tyre fitted
  17. Pass64,930 miles (+9,945)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    64,930 miles
    Test number
    876194603307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass54,985 miles (+17,113)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    54,985 miles
    Test number
    977826282258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass37,872 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    37,872 miles
    Test number
    727333981223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V80 LAA

Does V80 LAA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V80 LAA is valid until 21 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on V80 LAA?
The MOT on V80 LAA is valid until 21 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V80 LAA done?
V80 LAA was recorded at 173,453 miles at its MOT on 22 May 2026, an average of 9,277 miles a year.
Has V80 LAA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V80 LAA has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 5 May 2026.
Has the mileage on V80 LAA ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 22 Apr 2026. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V80 LAA find?
V80 LAA passed its latest MOT on 22 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front nail in tyre; nearside front non obligatory mirror damaged, and 4 more.

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