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BMW 1 Series

White · Diesel · 2013 · 1,995 cc

Y21 BUTMOT history

Y21 BUT is a white diesel BMW 1 Series first used on 20 Feb 2013. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jul 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 97,465 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jul 2026.

Y21 BUT white BMW 1 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 1 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jul 2027
Mileage
97,465 mi
At MOT on 2 Jul 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,484 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y21 BUT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
1 Series
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
20 Feb 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y21 BUT was last recorded at 97,465 miles on 2 Jul 2026, 6,619 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,846 miles · 16 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
6,619 miles
Average per year
7,484 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,465 miles
  • 2025 – 90,846 miles
  • 2024 – 83,944 miles
  • 2023 – 70,336 miles
  • 2022 – 68,938 miles
  • 2021 – 66,665 miles
  • 2020 – 53,535 miles
  • 2019 – 37,529 miles
  • 2018 – 32,836 miles
  • 2017 – 26,452 miles
  • 2016 – 19,831 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,465 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryHandbrake requires strong pull to achieve minimum required effort, may need adjustment or repair

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.

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

16 tests since 16 Feb 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,465 miles (+6,619)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    97,465 miles
    Test number
    452424608861
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake requires strong pull to achieve minimum required effort, may need adjustment or repair
  2. Pass90,846 miles (+6,902)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    90,846 miles
    Test number
    811028388386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass83,944 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    83,944 miles
    Test number
    727809005190
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Fail83,940 miles (+13,604)10 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,940 miles
    Test number
    966948416632
    • MajorElectronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  5. Pass70,336 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    70,336 miles
    Test number
    372970629591

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail70,335 miles (+1,397)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,335 miles
    Test number
    422957539532
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  7. Pass68,938 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    68,938 miles
    Test number
    602368538052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail68,938 miles (+2,273)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,938 miles
    Test number
    590149609490
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Brake hose excessively twisted also insecure (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged leaking at stem (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake wear indicator insecure
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively both front (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryTpms light on
  9. Pass66,665 miles (+4,252)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    66,665 miles
    Test number
    670563022878

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass62,413 miles (+8,878)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    62,413 miles
    Test number
    802257512448
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass53,535 miles (+16,006)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    53,535 miles
    Test number
    229717330675

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass37,529 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    37,529 miles
    Test number
    366744638016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail37,529 miles (+4,693)4 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,529 miles
    Test number
    871019923721
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  14. Pass32,836 miles (+6,384)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    32,836 miles
    Test number
    545577708983

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass26,452 miles (+6,621)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    26,452 miles
    Test number
    644546718610

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass19,831 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    19,831 miles
    Test number
    233808007124
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on outer edge

Questions about Y21 BUT

Does Y21 BUT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y21 BUT is valid until 30 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y21 BUT?
The MOT on Y21 BUT is valid until 30 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y21 BUT done?
Y21 BUT was recorded at 97,465 miles at its MOT on 2 Jul 2026, an average of 7,484 miles a year.
Has Y21 BUT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y21 BUT has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on Y21 BUT 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 Y21 BUT find?
Y21 BUT passed its latest MOT on 2 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; handbrake requires strong pull to achieve minimum required effort, may need adjustment or repair.

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