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BMW 120

Black · Diesel · 2010 · 1,995 cc

Y33 TLUMOT history

Y33 TLU is a black diesel BMW 120 first used on 11 Jun 2010. Its MOT expired on 5 Oct 2026 and it has passed 10 of 16 MOT tests, with 161,991 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Oct 2025.

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MOT
Expired
On 5 Oct 2026
Mileage
161,991 mi
At MOT on 6 Oct 2025
MOT tests
16
10 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,660 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y33 TLU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
120
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
11 Jun 2010
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
6 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y33 TLU was last recorded at 161,991 miles on 6 Oct 2025, 13,399 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
148,592 miles · 1 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
13,399 miles
Average per year
7,660 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 161,991 miles
  • 2024 – 148,592 miles
  • 2023 – 143,291 miles
  • 2022 – 134,336 miles
  • 2021 – 121,793 miles
  • 2020 – 117,546 miles
  • 2017 – 116,916 miles
  • 2016 – 111,179 miles
  • 2014 – 93,341 miles
  • 2013 – 69,397 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass161,991 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

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 Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer wall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

16 tests since 4 Sept 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass161,991 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    161,991 miles
    Test number
    389450495205
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail161,987 miles (+13,395)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,987 miles
    Test number
    588737866352
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass148,592 miles (+5,301)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    148,592 miles
    Test number
    223832957627
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass143,291 miles (+98)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    143,291 miles
    Test number
    449577644716
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  5. Fail143,193 miles (+8,857)1 dangerous3 major1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,193 miles
    Test number
    865536495197
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  6. Pass134,336 miles (+420)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    134,336 miles
    Test number
    465359037873

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail133,916 miles (+12,123)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,916 miles
    Test number
    150856147041
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear seat belt not tested

  8. Pass121,793 miles (+4,247)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    121,793 miles
    Test number
    303707837705
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively Fronts (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  9. Pass117,546 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    117,546 miles
    Test number
    529029727289
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail117,546 miles (+630)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,546 miles
    Test number
    986211752166
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass116,916 miles (+5,737)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    116,916 miles
    Test number
    359402396854
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass111,179 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2017
    Odometer
    111,179 miles
    Test number
    468113660962
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust cracked by vibration weight.

  13. Fail111,174 miles (+17,833)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,174 miles
    Test number
    189919643624
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside dip beam lower level
    • AdvisoryOffside dip beam high level
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads low

  14. Pass93,341 miles (+383)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    93,341 miles
    Test number
    779642754317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail92,958 miles (+23,561)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,958 miles
    Test number
    257912744384
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  16. Pass69,397 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    69,397 miles
    Test number
    366907343409
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing inner edge

Questions about Y33 TLU

Does Y33 TLU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y33 TLU expired on 5 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y33 TLU?
The MOT on Y33 TLU expired on 5 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y33 TLU done?
Y33 TLU was recorded at 161,991 miles at its MOT on 6 Oct 2025, an average of 7,660 miles a year.
Has Y33 TLU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y33 TLU has failed 6 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on Y33 TLU 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 Y33 TLU find?
Y33 TLU passed its latest MOT on 6 Oct 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner and outer edges; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner and outer edges.

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