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BMW 130

Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 2,996 cc

Y8 WGCMOT history

Y8 WGC is a grey petrol BMW 130 first used on 28 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 27 Oct 2027 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 195,187 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Oct 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Oct 2027
Mileage
195,187 mi
At MOT on 27 Oct 2026
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
10,787 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y8 WGC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
130
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,996 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
28 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y8 WGC was last recorded at 195,187 miles on 27 Oct 2026, 8,628 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
186,559 miles · 27 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
8,628 miles
Average per year
10,787 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 195,187 miles
  • 2025 – 186,559 miles
  • 2024 – 180,462 miles
  • 2023 – 172,109 miles
  • 2022 – 167,943 miles
  • 2021 – 165,181 miles
  • 2020 – 154,864 miles
  • 2019 – 142,279 miles
  • 2018 – 128,271 miles
  • 2017 – 114,583 miles
  • 2016 – 101,283 miles
  • 2015 – 86,336 miles
  • 2014 – 73,981 miles
  • 2013 – 59,373 miles
  • 2012 – 43,827 miles
  • 2011 – 30,486 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass195,187 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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.

  • Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

25 tests since 1 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass195,187 miles (+8,628)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    195,187 miles
    Test number
    507150200950
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  2. Pass186,559 miles (+6,097)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    186,559 miles
    Test number
    618159753322
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass180,462 miles (+8,353)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    180,462 miles
    Test number
    439390387259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass172,109 miles (+4,166)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    172,109 miles
    Test number
    838930059391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass167,943 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    167,943 miles
    Test number
    777521645073
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted not allowing the full inspection of some components
  6. Fail167,943 miles (+2,762)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,943 miles
    Test number
    233262867445
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted not allowing the full inspection of some components
  7. Pass165,181 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    165,181 miles
    Test number
    574695443933
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  8. Fail165,178 miles (+10,314)2 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,178 miles
    Test number
    801669941158
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  9. Pass154,864 miles (+13)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    154,864 miles
    Test number
    111128988111
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
  10. Fail154,851 miles (+12,572)3 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,851 miles
    Test number
    400179325661
    • DangerousOffside Rear 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))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
  11. Pass142,279 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    142,279 miles
    Test number
    591372509665

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail142,268 miles (+13,997)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,268 miles
    Test number
    343378144676
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  13. Pass128,271 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    128,271 miles
    Test number
    324909775772

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail128,269 miles (+13,686)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,269 miles
    Test number
    591474861607
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  15. Pass114,583 miles (+13,300)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    114,583 miles
    Test number
    576032358072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass101,283 miles (+14,947)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    101,283 miles
    Test number
    235873342706

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass86,336 miles (+254)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    86,336 miles
    Test number
    756221515211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail86,082 miles (+12,101)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,082 miles
    Test number
    367049905416
    • 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)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  19. Pass73,981 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    73,981 miles
    Test number
    905942614266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail73,981 miles (+14,608)2 failures2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,981 miles
    Test number
    976532014207
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
  21. Pass59,373 miles (+15,546)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    59,373 miles
    Test number
    739275583193
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  22. Fail43,827 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,827 miles
    Test number
    808705192114
    • Repaired at testRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
  23. Pass43,827 miles (+13,341)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    43,827 miles
    Test number
    828085792191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass30,486 miles (+3,290)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    30,486 miles
    Test number
    625373501279
    • NoteBoth inner headlamp main beams not working
  25. Pass27,196 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    27,196 miles
    Test number
    609311091075
    • NoteAir filter housing cover missing

Questions about Y8 WGC

Does Y8 WGC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y8 WGC is valid until 27 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y8 WGC?
The MOT on Y8 WGC is valid until 27 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y8 WGC done?
Y8 WGC was recorded at 195,187 miles at its MOT on 27 Oct 2026, an average of 10,787 miles a year.
Has Y8 WGC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y8 WGC has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on Y8 WGC 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 WGC find?
Y8 WGC passed its latest MOT on 27 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect: nearside front steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt.

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