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BMW 120

Silver · Diesel · 2007 · 1,995 cc

Y8 PSLMOT history

Y8 PSL is a silver diesel BMW 120 first used on 20 Jun 2007. Its MOT is valid until 19 Jan 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 140,766 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jan 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Jan 2027
Mileage
140,766 mi
At MOT on 8 Jan 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,523 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y8 PSL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
120
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
20 Jun 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y8 PSL was last recorded at 140,766 miles on 8 Jan 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,766 miles · 7 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
7,523 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 140,766 miles
  • 2025 – 138,217 miles
  • 2024 – 138,211 miles
  • 2023 – 136,311 miles
  • 2022 – 134,709 miles
  • 2021 – 130,353 miles
  • 2019 – 124,136 miles
  • 2018 – 119,532 miles
  • 2017 – 112,114 miles
  • 2016 – 105,204 miles
  • 2015 – 94,111 miles
  • 2014 – 71,388 miles
  • 2013 – 57,954 miles
  • 2012 – 46,352 miles
  • 2011 – 33,176 miles
  • 2010 – 23,534 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,766 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Rear axle brackets badly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

20 tests since 9 Jun 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,766 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    140,766 miles
    Test number
    130593903263
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail140,766 miles (+2,549)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,766 miles
    Test number
    578689907663
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass138,217 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    138,217 miles
    Test number
    658627109547
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail138,211 miles (+1,900)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,211 miles
    Test number
    989316939030
    • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryImbalance in front brakes
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass136,311 miles (+1,602)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    136,311 miles
    Test number
    923341199207
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass134,709 miles (+4,356)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    134,709 miles
    Test number
    578840114466
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass130,353 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    130,353 miles
    Test number
    214428083583
    • AdvisoryRear axle brackets badly corroded

  8. Fail130,353 miles (+3,373)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,353 miles
    Test number
    392508791787
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear axle brackets badly corroded

  9. Pass126,980 miles (+2,844)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    126,980 miles
    Test number
    237361664053
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bracket corroded

  10. Pass124,136 miles (+4,604)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    124,136 miles
    Test number
    824860663528

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass119,532 miles (+7,418)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    119,532 miles
    Test number
    701987799485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass112,114 miles (+6,910)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    112,114 miles
    Test number
    458861193900

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass105,204 miles (+11,093)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    105,204 miles
    Test number
    895238044287
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass94,111 miles (+22,723)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    94,111 miles
    Test number
    567035922575

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass71,388 miles (+13,434)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    71,388 miles
    Test number
    759025254191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass57,954 miles (+11,602)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    57,954 miles
    Test number
    716485353101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass46,352 miles (+13,176)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    46,352 miles
    Test number
    846994162131
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn on inner edges
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  18. Fail33,176 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,176 miles
    Test number
    128367851148
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  19. Pass33,176 miles (+9,642)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    33,176 miles
    Test number
    465507351181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass23,534 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    23,534 miles
    Test number
    460280760182
    • 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)

Questions about Y8 PSL

Does Y8 PSL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y8 PSL is valid until 19 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y8 PSL?
The MOT on Y8 PSL is valid until 19 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y8 PSL done?
Y8 PSL was recorded at 140,766 miles at its MOT on 8 Jan 2026, an average of 7,523 miles a year.
Has Y8 PSL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y8 PSL has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on Y8 PSL 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 Y8 PSL find?
Y8 PSL passed its latest MOT on 8 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; offside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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