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BMW 123

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

Y6 KAVMOT history

Y6 KAV is a black diesel BMW 123 first used on 30 Nov 2011. Its MOT is valid until 11 May 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 91,440 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 May 2026.

Y6 KAV black BMW 1 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 May 2027
Mileage
91,440 mi
At MOT on 12 May 2026
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,367 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y6 KAV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
123
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
30 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 May 2027
Latest MOT test
12 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y6 KAV was last recorded at 91,440 miles on 12 May 2026, 3,031 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,409 miles · 9 May 2025
Between the last two tests
3,031 miles
Average per year
4,367 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 91,440 miles
  • 2025 – 88,409 miles
  • 2024 – 83,831 miles
  • 2023 – 79,862 miles
  • 2021 – 76,230 miles
  • 2020 – 72,420 miles
  • 2019 – 68,890 miles
  • 2018 – 63,163 miles
  • 2017 – 57,521 miles
  • 2016 – 52,741 miles
  • 2015 – 48,004 miles
  • 2014 – 41,330 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass91,440 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019

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 Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

Full MOT history

18 tests since 20 Nov 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass91,440 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2027
    Odometer
    91,440 miles
    Test number
    282424138954
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail91,438 miles (+3,029)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,438 miles
    Test number
    195946942771
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass88,409 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2026
    Odometer
    88,409 miles
    Test number
    939889993683
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • 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))
  4. Fail88,409 miles (+4,578)1 dangerous1 major2 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,409 miles
    Test number
    789024579166
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • 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))
  5. Pass83,831 miles (+3,969)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2025
    Odometer
    83,831 miles
    Test number
    433210057964
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass79,862 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2024
    Odometer
    79,862 miles
    Test number
    977885347110
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  7. Fail79,862 miles1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,862 miles
    Test number
    612557891691
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  8. Fail79,862 miles (+3,632)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,862 miles
    Test number
    700236717551
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  9. Pass76,230 miles (+3,810)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    76,230 miles
    Test number
    793400996159
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  10. Pass72,420 miles (+3,530)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    72,420 miles
    Test number
    446236087835
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wear to edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under tray fitted
  11. Pass68,890 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    68,890 miles
    Test number
    556968121618

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail68,890 miles (+5,727)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,890 miles
    Test number
    568038397049
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • 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))
  13. Pass63,163 miles (+5,642)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    63,163 miles
    Test number
    374068139917
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (on inner edge) (5.2.3 (e))
  14. Pass57,521 miles (+4,780)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    57,521 miles
    Test number
    452959568269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass52,741 miles (+4,737)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    52,741 miles
    Test number
    576021716072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass48,004 miles (+6,674)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    48,004 miles
    Test number
    845833947269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass41,330 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    41,330 miles
    Test number
    148944024307
    • NoteOffside front tyre scrubbing
  18. Fail41,330 miles1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,330 miles
    Test number
    126064524352
    • FailureInner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOffside front tyre scrubbing

Questions about Y6 KAV

Does Y6 KAV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y6 KAV is valid until 11 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y6 KAV?
The MOT on Y6 KAV is valid until 11 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y6 KAV done?
Y6 KAV was recorded at 91,440 miles at its MOT on 12 May 2026, an average of 4,367 miles a year.
Has Y6 KAV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y6 KAV has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 12 May 2026.
Has the mileage on Y6 KAV 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 Y6 KAV find?
Y6 KAV passed its latest MOT on 12 May 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside rear road wheel slightly distorted; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 1 more.

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