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BMW 420

White · Diesel · 2015 · 1,995 cc

L11 VHMMOT history

L11 VHM is a white diesel BMW 420 first used on 20 Mar 2015. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jan 2027 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 118,799 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jan 2026.

L11 VHM white BMW 4 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 7 Jan 2027
Mileage
118,799 mi
At MOT on 8 Jan 2026
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
11,649 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L11 VHM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
420
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
20 Mar 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L11 VHM was last recorded at 118,799 miles on 8 Jan 2026, 13,689 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,110 miles · 6 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
13,689 miles
Average per year
11,649 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 118,799 miles
  • 2025 – 105,110 miles
  • 2024 – 99,847 miles
  • 2023 – 80,481 miles
  • 2022 – 70,363 miles
  • 2021 – 54,951 miles
  • 2020 – 44,517 miles
  • 2019 – 34,299 miles
  • 2018 – 26,030 miles
  • 2017 – 18,784 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,799 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.

  • Nearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

15 tests since 8 Jun 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,799 miles (+13,689)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    118,799 miles
    Test number
    690259207769

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass105,110 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    105,110 miles
    Test number
    434256332125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail105,110 miles (+5,263)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,110 miles
    Test number
    644125087221
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorRear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass99,847 miles (+19,366)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    99,847 miles
    Test number
    705025020937

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass80,481 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    80,481 miles
    Test number
    797781297847

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail80,481 miles (+10,118)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,481 miles
    Test number
    101808788379
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))

  7. Pass70,363 miles (+479)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    70,363 miles
    Test number
    807527107436
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail69,884 miles (+14,933)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,884 miles
    Test number
    300890492704
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear Lower / Marked On Test (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass54,951 miles (+10,434)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    54,951 miles
    Test number
    635992700001
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  10. Pass44,517 miles (+10,218)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    44,517 miles
    Test number
    210736393585

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass34,299 miles (+1,698)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    34,299 miles
    Test number
    663234261612
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front worn on outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass32,601 miles (+6,571)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    32,601 miles
    Test number
    163490171860

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass26,030 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    26,030 miles
    Test number
    858750654082
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner + outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner + outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Fail26,029 miles (+7,245)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,029 miles
    Test number
    867767040755
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner + outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner + outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass18,784 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    18,784 miles
    Test number
    588672150969

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L11 VHM

Does L11 VHM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L11 VHM is valid until 7 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L11 VHM?
The MOT on L11 VHM is valid until 7 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L11 VHM done?
L11 VHM was recorded at 118,799 miles at its MOT on 8 Jan 2026, an average of 11,649 miles a year.
Has L11 VHM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L11 VHM has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on L11 VHM 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 L11 VHM find?
L11 VHM passed its latest MOT on 8 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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