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BMW 420

Grey · Diesel · 2014 · 1,995 cc

C5 FFFMOT history

C5 FFF is a grey diesel BMW 420 first used on 15 May 2014. Its MOT is valid until 24 Apr 2027 and it has passed 9 of 12 MOT tests, with 81,693 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Apr 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 24 Apr 2027
Mileage
81,693 mi
At MOT on 16 Apr 2026
MOT tests
12
9 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,127 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C5 FFF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
420
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
15 May 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C5 FFF was last recorded at 81,693 miles on 16 Apr 2026, 1,098 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,595 miles · 24 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,098 miles
Average per year
7,127 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 81,693 miles
  • 2025 – 80,595 miles
  • 2024 – 80,494 miles
  • 2023 – 79,632 miles
  • 2021 – 73,031 miles
  • 2020 – 42,338 miles
  • 2018 – 35,915 miles
  • 2017 – 18,844 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,693 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Front shocks different each side

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

12 tests since 21 Jun 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,693 miles (+1,098)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    81,693 miles
    Test number
    739163506440

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass80,595 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    80,595 miles
    Test number
    740495926903

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail80,595 miles (+101)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,595 miles
    Test number
    438886784510
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass80,494 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    80,494 miles
    Test number
    267741460357
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront shocks different each side

  5. Fail80,494 miles (+862)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,494 miles
    Test number
    635850726374
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront shocks different each side

  6. Pass79,632 miles (+6,601)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    79,632 miles
    Test number
    815124463114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass73,031 miles (+11,718)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    73,031 miles
    Test number
    782427303334
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass61,313 miles (+18,975)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    61,313 miles
    Test number
    913852649805
    • 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))

  9. Pass42,338 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    42,338 miles
    Test number
    462400726098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail42,338 miles (+6,423)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,338 miles
    Test number
    971769420449
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  11. Pass35,915 miles (+17,071)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    35,915 miles
    Test number
    117240746729

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass18,844 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    18,844 miles
    Test number
    493192625438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about C5 FFF

Does C5 FFF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C5 FFF is valid until 24 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on C5 FFF?
The MOT on C5 FFF is valid until 24 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C5 FFF done?
C5 FFF was recorded at 81,693 miles at its MOT on 16 Apr 2026, an average of 7,127 miles a year.
Has C5 FFF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C5 FFF has failed 3 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on C5 FFF 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 C5 FFF find?
C5 FFF passed its latest MOT on 16 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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