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BMW 116

Black · Diesel · 2010 · 1,995 cc

Y20 SOBMOT history

Y20 SOB is a black diesel BMW 116 first used on 25 Jun 2010. Its MOT is valid until 12 Jan 2027 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 119,012 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jan 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Jan 2027
Mileage
119,012 mi
At MOT on 13 Jan 2026
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,285 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y20 SOB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
116
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
25 Jun 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y20 SOB was last recorded at 119,012 miles on 13 Jan 2026, 201 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,811 miles · 15 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
201 miles
Average per year
7,285 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 119,012 miles
  • 2025 – 118,811 miles
  • 2024 – 113,816 miles
  • 2023 – 109,353 miles
  • 2022 – 104,498 miles
  • 2021 – 97,513 miles
  • 2020 – 86,197 miles
  • 2019 – 79,225 miles
  • 2018 – 60,917 miles
  • 2017 – 53,281 miles
  • 2016 – 50,493 miles
  • 2015 – 46,153 miles
  • 2014 – 38,240 miles
  • 2013 – 27,623 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,012 miles
  • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexi getting deterioratedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryBoth front tyres starting to wear on outer edgesRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded in areasRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear brake pads getting low

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Exhaust flexi deteriorated (recommend attention)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front exhaust flexi deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front brake disc getting deteriorated on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

18 tests since 26 Jun 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,012 miles (+201)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    119,012 miles
    Test number
    422088112279
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexi getting deteriorated
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres starting to wear on outer edges
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded in areas
  2. Fail118,811 miles (+4,995)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,811 miles
    Test number
    782870312507
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn inner edge (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn inner edge (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexi getting deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded in areas
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres starting to wear on outer edges
  3. Pass113,816 miles (+51)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    113,816 miles
    Test number
    422513439502
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads getting low
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi deteriorated (recommend attention)
  4. Fail113,765 miles (+4,412)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,765 miles
    Test number
    712422344409
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads getting low
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi deteriorated (recommend attention)
  5. Pass109,353 miles (+110)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    109,353 miles
    Test number
    793629002523
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexi deteriorated
  6. Fail109,243 miles (+4,745)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,243 miles
    Test number
    888183524182
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexi deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass104,498 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    104,498 miles
    Test number
    486562474259
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc getting deteriorated on inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc corroded on inner edge
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres getting worn
  8. Fail104,497 miles (+6,984)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,497 miles
    Test number
    997725530623
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc getting deteriorated on inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc corroded on inner edge
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres getting worn
  9. Pass97,513 miles (+11,316)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    97,513 miles
    Test number
    420137649800
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass86,197 miles (+6,972)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    86,197 miles
    Test number
    197692907352
    • AdvisoryUnder shields fitted restricting view of testable components
  11. Pass79,225 miles (+18,308)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    79,225 miles
    Test number
    918688071305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass60,917 miles (+7,636)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    60,917 miles
    Test number
    207601029731

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass53,281 miles (+2,788)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    53,281 miles
    Test number
    116277529028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass50,493 miles (+4,340)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    50,493 miles
    Test number
    408064192134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass46,153 miles (+7,913)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    46,153 miles
    Test number
    146297154663
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  16. Pass38,240 miles (+10,617)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    38,240 miles
    Test number
    699218024249
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  17. Pass27,623 miles (+36)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    27,623 miles
    Test number
    119596833283
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  18. Pass27,587 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    27,587 miles
    Test number
    785317573176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y20 SOB

Does Y20 SOB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y20 SOB is valid until 12 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y20 SOB?
The MOT on Y20 SOB is valid until 12 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y20 SOB done?
Y20 SOB was recorded at 119,012 miles at its MOT on 13 Jan 2026, an average of 7,285 miles a year.
Has Y20 SOB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y20 SOB has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on Y20 SOB 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 Y20 SOB find?
Y20 SOB passed its latest MOT on 13 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: front exhaust flexi getting deteriorated; both front tyres starting to wear on outer edges; rear subframe corroded in areas.

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