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BMW 420

Red · Diesel · 2014 · 1,995 cc

DCM 65MOT history

DCM 65 is a red diesel BMW 420 first used on 20 Nov 2014. Its MOT is valid until 8 Aug 2027 and it has passed 10 of 14 MOT tests, with 138,710 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2026.

DCM 65 red BMW 4 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 8 Aug 2027
Mileage
138,710 mi
At MOT on 8 Aug 2026
MOT tests
14
10 passed · 4 failed
Per year
12,887 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
DCM 65
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
420
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
20 Nov 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

DCM 65 was last recorded at 138,710 miles on 8 Aug 2026, 84 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
138,626 miles · 22 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
84 miles
Average per year
12,887 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 138,710 miles
  • 2025 – 126,785 miles
  • 2024 – 115,648 miles
  • 2023 – 99,560 miles
  • 2022 – 92,374 miles
  • 2021 – 77,889 miles
  • 2020 – 60,629 miles
  • 2019 – 43,142 miles
  • 2018 – 31,873 miles
  • 2017 – 25,738 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,710 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

14 tests since 1 Nov 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass138,710 miles (+84)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    138,710 miles
    Test number
    643508267621
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail138,626 miles (+11,841)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,626 miles
    Test number
    937956477252
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass126,785 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    126,785 miles
    Test number
    302891980422
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Curved Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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 Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Curved Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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. Fail126,785 miles (+11,137)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,785 miles
    Test number
    308656401092
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Curved Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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 Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Curved Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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. Pass115,648 miles (+43)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    115,648 miles
    Test number
    212920486576
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  6. Fail115,605 miles (+16,045)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,605 miles
    Test number
    671122677469
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass99,560 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    99,560 miles
    Test number
    332960629936

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail99,560 miles (+7,186)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,560 miles
    Test number
    850770209419
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass92,374 miles (+14,485)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    92,374 miles
    Test number
    633627910672

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass77,889 miles (+17,260)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    77,889 miles
    Test number
    405686293197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass60,629 miles (+17,487)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    60,629 miles
    Test number
    357773262059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass43,142 miles (+11,269)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    43,142 miles
    Test number
    553893625365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass31,873 miles (+6,135)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    31,873 miles
    Test number
    652250468912
    • 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))

  14. Pass25,738 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    25,738 miles
    Test number
    282770808655

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about DCM 65

What vehicle is registration DCM 65 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show DCM 65 on a red diesel BMW 420 first used on 20 Nov 2014. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does DCM 65 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on DCM 65 is valid until 8 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on DCM 65?
The MOT on DCM 65 is valid until 8 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has DCM 65 done?
DCM 65 was recorded at 138,710 miles at its MOT on 8 Aug 2026, an average of 12,887 miles a year.
Has DCM 65 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. DCM 65 has failed 4 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on DCM 65 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 DCM 65 find?
DCM 65 passed its latest MOT on 8 Aug 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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