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BMW 120

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

W3 JOYMOT history

W3 JOY is a grey diesel BMW 120 first used on 11 Feb 2008. Its MOT is valid until 11 Feb 2027 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 93,018 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Feb 2026.

W3 JOY grey BMW 1 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Feb 2027
Mileage
93,018 mi
At MOT on 3 Feb 2026
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,946 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
W3 JOY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
120
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
11 Feb 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

W3 JOY was last recorded at 93,018 miles on 3 Feb 2026, 3,287 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,731 miles · 30 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
3,287 miles
Average per year
4,946 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 93,018 miles
  • 2025 – 89,731 miles
  • 2024 – 85,330 miles
  • 2023 – 81,120 miles
  • 2022 – 76,352 miles
  • 2021 – 71,101 miles
  • 2020 – 67,788 miles
  • 2019 – 62,939 miles
  • 2018 – 59,755 miles
  • 2017 – 55,939 miles
  • 2016 – 51,801 miles
  • 2015 – 47,791 miles
  • 2014 – 43,245 miles
  • 2013 – 37,844 miles
  • 2012 – 28,969 miles
  • 2011 – 22,576 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,018 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Near side front tyre cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2018

Full MOT history

21 tests since 9 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,018 miles (+3,287)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    93,018 miles
    Test number
    595976248335
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass89,731 miles (+4,401)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    89,731 miles
    Test number
    816357981547
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass85,330 miles (+4,210)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    85,330 miles
    Test number
    752093032153
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass81,120 miles (+4,768)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    81,120 miles
    Test number
    746019556928

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass76,352 miles (+5,251)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    76,352 miles
    Test number
    466640573384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass71,101 miles (+3,313)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    71,101 miles
    Test number
    236839362532

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass67,788 miles (+4,849)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    67,788 miles
    Test number
    945076925005
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (outer edges) (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass62,939 miles (+122)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    62,939 miles
    Test number
    177559676094
    • AdvisoryNear side front tyre cracking

  9. Fail62,817 miles (+3,062)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,817 miles
    Test number
    220921575319
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNear side front tyre cracking

  10. Pass59,755 miles (+3,816)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    59,755 miles
    Test number
    205798383364
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass55,939 miles (+4,138)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    55,939 miles
    Test number
    307706017214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass51,801 miles (+4,010)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    51,801 miles
    Test number
    596264022802

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass47,791 miles (+4,546)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    47,791 miles
    Test number
    209150945034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass43,245 miles (+5,401)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    43,245 miles
    Test number
    725751644058
    • DangerousNear side front tyre void of tread on outter edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass37,844 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    37,844 miles
    Test number
    475132543060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail37,844 miles (+8,875)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,844 miles
    Test number
    486252543083
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  17. Pass28,969 miles (+6,393)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    28,969 miles
    Test number
    809950342082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass22,576 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    22,576 miles
    Test number
    477106491144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail22,576 miles (+3,663)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,576 miles
    Test number
    237615491158
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  20. Pass18,913 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    18,913 miles
    Test number
    766960441076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail18,912 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,912 miles
    Test number
    985260941084
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Questions about W3 JOY

Does W3 JOY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on W3 JOY is valid until 11 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on W3 JOY?
The MOT on W3 JOY is valid until 11 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has W3 JOY done?
W3 JOY was recorded at 93,018 miles at its MOT on 3 Feb 2026, an average of 4,946 miles a year.
Has W3 JOY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. W3 JOY has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jan 2019.
Has the mileage on W3 JOY 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 W3 JOY find?
W3 JOY passed its latest MOT on 3 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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