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BMW 420

Blue · Diesel · 2018 · 1,995 cc

C5 VNGMOT history

C5 VNG is a blue diesel BMW 420 first used on 18 May 2018. Its MOT is valid until 6 Jul 2027 and it has passed 7 of 8 MOT tests, with 70,618 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jul 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Jul 2027
Mileage
70,618 mi
At MOT on 3 Jul 2026
MOT tests
8
7 passed · 1 failed
Per year
9,810 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C5 VNG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
420
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2018
First used
18 May 2018
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C5 VNG was last recorded at 70,618 miles on 3 Jul 2026, 8,131 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
62,487 miles · 23 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
8,131 miles
Average per year
9,810 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 70,618 miles
  • 2025 – 62,487 miles
  • 2024 – 49,169 miles
  • 2023 – 36,808 miles
  • 2022 – 26,064 miles
  • 2021 – 19,616 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass70,618 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive At top of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive at rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

8 tests since 21 Apr 2021, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass70,618 miles (+8,131)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    70,618 miles
    Test number
    224875985552
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive At top of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive at rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  2. Pass62,487 miles (+13,318)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    62,487 miles
    Test number
    694607493512
    • AdvisoryDiff seal leaking slightly

  3. Pass49,169 miles (+12,361)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    49,169 miles
    Test number
    872183724996
    • 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass36,808 miles (+10,744)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    36,808 miles
    Test number
    376450470758
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass26,064 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    26,064 miles
    Test number
    387995696132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass26,059 miles (+6,443)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    26,059 miles
    Test number
    479023545744

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass19,616 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2022
    Odometer
    19,616 miles
    Test number
    964775572099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail19,614 miles2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,614 miles
    Test number
    213541003597
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed cut showing cord (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed cut showing cord (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Questions about C5 VNG

Does C5 VNG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C5 VNG is valid until 6 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on C5 VNG?
The MOT on C5 VNG is valid until 6 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C5 VNG done?
C5 VNG was recorded at 70,618 miles at its MOT on 3 Jul 2026, an average of 9,810 miles a year.
Has C5 VNG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C5 VNG has failed 1 of its 8 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Apr 2021.
Has the mileage on C5 VNG 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 VNG find?
C5 VNG passed its latest MOT on 3 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive at top of engine; oil leak, but not excessive at rear diff; rear brake disc worn, but not excessively.

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