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BMW 120

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

Y300 BJWMOT history

Y300 BJW is a grey diesel BMW 120 first used on 27 Oct 2008. Its MOT is valid until 27 Aug 2027 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 156,267 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Aug 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Aug 2027
Mileage
156,267 mi
At MOT on 28 Aug 2026
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,402 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y300 BJW
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
27 Oct 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y300 BJW was last recorded at 156,267 miles on 28 Aug 2026, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
156,261 miles · 26 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
6,402 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 156,267 miles
  • 2025 – 150,479 miles
  • 2024 – 144,956 miles
  • 2023 – 137,959 miles
  • 2022 – 126,386 miles
  • 2021 – 120,085 miles
  • 2019 – 117,970 miles
  • 2018 – 116,161 miles
  • 2017 – 109,246 miles
  • 2016 – 102,543 miles
  • 2015 – 99,216 miles
  • 2014 – 91,568 miles
  • 2013 – 82,447 miles
  • 2011 – 61,034 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass156,267 miles
  • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Underbody covers fitted

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Nearside Rear Outer Stop lamp(s) not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

Full MOT history

21 tests since 13 Oct 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass156,267 miles (+6)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    156,267 miles
    Test number
    455825575521
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  2. Fail156,261 miles (+5,782)2 dangerous6 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,261 miles
    Test number
    485298683119
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass150,479 miles (+2)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    150,479 miles
    Test number
    620979427938
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody covers fitted
  4. Fail150,477 miles (+5,521)3 dangerous3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,477 miles
    Test number
    379429109499
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody covers fitted
  5. Pass144,956 miles (+3)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    144,956 miles
    Test number
    537410304522
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody covers fitted
  6. Fail144,953 miles (+6,994)1 dangerous3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,953 miles
    Test number
    788088837562
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody covers fitted
  7. Pass137,959 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    137,959 miles
    Test number
    577366469227
    • AdvisoryUnderbody covers fitted
  8. Fail137,956 miles (+11,570)3 dangerous7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,956 miles
    Test number
    514223942093
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator brake warning light on (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody covers fitted
  9. Pass126,386 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    126,386 miles
    Test number
    919511892922
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated and offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  10. Fail126,373 miles (+6,288)1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,373 miles
    Test number
    542718889468
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated and offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  11. Pass120,085 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    120,085 miles
    Test number
    910065776106
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower[front arms] (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  12. Fail120,081 miles (+2,111)1 dangerous5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,081 miles
    Test number
    135919382900
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower[front arms] (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  13. Pass117,970 miles (+1,809)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    117,970 miles
    Test number
    947622909817
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  14. Pass116,161 miles (+6,915)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    116,161 miles
    Test number
    225756136865
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  15. Pass109,246 miles (+6,703)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    109,246 miles
    Test number
    654035496262
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  16. Pass102,543 miles (+3,327)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    102,543 miles
    Test number
    265988659387
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer tyre wall small cuts
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  17. Pass99,216 miles (+1)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    99,216 miles
    Test number
    177059385478
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  18. Fail99,215 miles (+7,647)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,215 miles
    Test number
    799267285094
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  19. Pass91,568 miles (+9,121)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    91,568 miles
    Test number
    127482144421
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  20. Pass82,447 miles (+21,413)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    82,447 miles
    Test number
    496015843039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass61,034 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    61,034 miles
    Test number
    826956981259
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about Y300 BJW

Does Y300 BJW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y300 BJW is valid until 27 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y300 BJW?
The MOT on Y300 BJW is valid until 27 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y300 BJW done?
Y300 BJW was recorded at 156,267 miles at its MOT on 28 Aug 2026, an average of 6,402 miles a year.
Has Y300 BJW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y300 BJW has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on Y300 BJW 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 Y300 BJW find?
Y300 BJW passed its latest MOT on 28 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: central rear stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; offside front play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 1 more.

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