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BMW 120

Grey · Diesel · 2007 · 1,995 cc

Y2 GGWMOT history

Y2 GGW is a grey diesel BMW 120 first used on 14 Dec 2007. Its MOT expired on 22 Aug 2025 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 191,267 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Aug 2024.

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MOT
Expired
On 22 Aug 2025
Mileage
191,267 mi
At MOT on 23 Aug 2024
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
10,280 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y2 GGW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
120
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
14 Dec 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
23 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y2 GGW was last recorded at 191,267 miles on 23 Aug 2024, 7,757 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
183,510 miles · 15 May 2023
Between the last two tests
7,757 miles
Average per year
10,280 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 191,267 miles
  • 2023 – 183,510 miles
  • 2022 – 174,071 miles
  • 2021 – 172,295 miles
  • 2020 – 170,206 miles
  • 2019 – 169,403 miles
  • 2018 – 162,591 miles
  • 2017 – 149,842 miles
  • 2016 – 137,816 miles
  • 2015 – 120,862 miles
  • 2014 – 107,428 miles
  • 2013 – 95,960 miles
  • 2012 – 81,957 miles
  • 2011 – 68,895 miles
  • 2010 – 49,777 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass191,267 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

21 tests since 18 Nov 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass191,267 miles (+7,757)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    191,267 miles
    Test number
    391934052572
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass183,510 miles (+9,439)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2024
    Odometer
    183,510 miles
    Test number
    430440137732
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Drive shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass174,071 miles (+1,776)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    174,071 miles
    Test number
    754313225677
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail172,295 miles (+2,089)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,295 miles
    Test number
    131260366383
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorSub-frame is deformed and structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  5. Pass170,206 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    170,206 miles
    Test number
    239848475200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail170,206 miles (+803)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,206 miles
    Test number
    672810779463
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass169,403 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    169,403 miles
    Test number
    184091002656

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail169,403 miles (+6,812)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,403 miles
    Test number
    567662190767
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass162,591 miles (+331)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    162,591 miles
    Test number
    121472629190
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail162,260 miles (+12,418)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,260 miles
    Test number
    966580103398
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake inadequately mounted Brake wire rubbing on driveshaft CV boot (1.1.21 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both front hoses - cracking in rubber (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Hose to caliper (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass149,842 miles (+12,026)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    149,842 miles
    Test number
    617183723273
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  12. Pass137,816 miles (+16,954)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    137,816 miles
    Test number
    389166293595
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass120,862 miles (+13,434)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    120,862 miles
    Test number
    861343178069
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass107,428 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    107,428 miles
    Test number
    256818504399
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail107,420 miles (+11,460)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,420 miles
    Test number
    746333504313
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass95,960 miles (+181)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    95,960 miles
    Test number
    687171393207
    • NoteBrake bpad light on

  17. Fail95,779 miles (+13,822)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,779 miles
    Test number
    347157783490
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBrake bpad light on

  18. Pass81,957 miles (+13,062)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    81,957 miles
    Test number
    727907692236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass68,895 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    68,895 miles
    Test number
    479710241450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail68,895 miles (+19,118)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,895 miles
    Test number
    888869931334
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass49,777 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    49,777 miles
    Test number
    471492220340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y2 GGW

Does Y2 GGW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y2 GGW expired on 22 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y2 GGW?
The MOT on Y2 GGW expired on 22 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y2 GGW done?
Y2 GGW was recorded at 191,267 miles at its MOT on 23 Aug 2024, an average of 10,280 miles a year.
Has Y2 GGW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y2 GGW has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on Y2 GGW 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 Y2 GGW find?
Y2 GGW passed its latest MOT on 23 Aug 2024 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; rear brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair..

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