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BMW 120

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

Y21 MKAMOT history

Y21 MKA is a black diesel BMW 120 first used on 30 Apr 2009. Its MOT is valid until 3 Nov 2026 and it has passed 14 of 15 MOT tests, with 157,352 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Oct 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Nov 2026
Mileage
157,352 mi
At MOT on 26 Oct 2026
MOT tests
15
14 passed · 1 failed
Per year
9,779 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y21 MKA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
120
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
30 Apr 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y21 MKA was last recorded at 157,352 miles on 26 Oct 2026, 12,261 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
145,091 miles · 3 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
12,261 miles
Average per year
9,779 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 157,352 miles
  • 2025 – 145,091 miles
  • 2024 – 136,340 miles
  • 2023 – 127,025 miles
  • 2022 – 120,934 miles
  • 2021 – 114,334 miles
  • 2020 – 110,195 miles
  • 2019 – 97,112 miles
  • 2018 – 84,502 miles
  • 2017 – 71,849 miles
  • 2016 – 62,491 miles
  • 2015 – 47,731 miles
  • 2014 – 32,704 miles
  • 2013 – 19,715 miles
  • 2012 – 15,779 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail157,352 miles
  • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing low on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Under body shields fitted.

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

15 tests since 4 May 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail157,352 miles (+12,261)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,352 miles
    Test number
    813313310285
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing low on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Pass145,091 miles (+8,751)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    145,091 miles
    Test number
    739431250972
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass136,340 miles (+9,315)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    136,340 miles
    Test number
    314646900474
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear number plate lamp dim
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  4. Pass127,025 miles (+6,091)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    127,025 miles
    Test number
    163904192115
    • AdvisoryUnder body shields fitted.
  5. Pass120,934 miles (+6,600)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    120,934 miles
    Test number
    705968630914

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass114,334 miles (+4,139)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    114,334 miles
    Test number
    521866463270
    • AdvisoryProp shaft rear drive coupling splitting.
  7. Pass110,195 miles (+13,083)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    110,195 miles
    Test number
    854640952977

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass97,112 miles (+12,610)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    97,112 miles
    Test number
    418992003891

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass84,502 miles (+12,653)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2019
    Odometer
    84,502 miles
    Test number
    527020312402
    • AdvisoryUnder body shields fitted.
  10. Pass71,849 miles (+9,358)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2018
    Odometer
    71,849 miles
    Test number
    611082032065
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryUnder body shields fitted.
  11. Pass62,491 miles (+14,760)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2017
    Odometer
    62,491 miles
    Test number
    867927775132
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryUnder body shields fitted
  12. Pass47,731 miles (+15,027)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2016
    Odometer
    47,731 miles
    Test number
    675174015121
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  13. Pass32,704 miles (+12,989)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2015
    Odometer
    32,704 miles
    Test number
    228650804416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass19,715 miles (+3,936)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2014
    Odometer
    19,715 miles
    Test number
    896995303192
    • NoteFront tyres perished
    • NoteN/s/f tyre low on outter edge
  15. Pass15,779 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2013
    Odometer
    15,779 miles
    Test number
    285085122104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y21 MKA

Does Y21 MKA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y21 MKA is valid until 3 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y21 MKA?
The MOT on Y21 MKA is valid until 3 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y21 MKA done?
Y21 MKA was recorded at 157,352 miles at its MOT on 26 Oct 2026, an average of 9,779 miles a year.
Has Y21 MKA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y21 MKA has failed 1 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on Y21 MKA 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 MKA find?
Y21 MKA failed its latest MOT on 26 Oct 2026 with 1 major defect and 5 advisories: exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing low on outer edge, and 3 more.

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