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BMW 420

Grey · Diesel · 2016 · 1,995 cc

L29 CSDMOT history

L29 CSD is a grey diesel BMW 420 first used on 30 Nov 2016. Its MOT is valid until 14 May 2027 and it has passed 8 of 9 MOT tests, with 97,836 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 May 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 14 May 2027
Mileage
97,836 mi
At MOT on 15 May 2026
MOT tests
9
8 passed · 1 failed
Per year
12,682 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L29 CSD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
420
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
30 Nov 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 May 2027
Latest MOT test
15 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L29 CSD was last recorded at 97,836 miles on 15 May 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,831 miles · 13 May 2026
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
12,682 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,836 miles
  • 2025 – 85,702 miles
  • 2024 – 73,124 miles
  • 2023 – 57,313 miles
  • 2022 – 37,254 miles
  • 2021 – 27,503 miles
  • 2020 – 15,932 miles
  • 2019 – 15,440 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,836 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel buckledRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel buckledRecorded 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 Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

9 tests since 15 Nov 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,836 miles (+5)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2027
    Odometer
    97,836 miles
    Test number
    417937086917
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel buckled
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel buckled
  2. Fail97,831 miles (+12,129)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,831 miles
    Test number
    569805945751
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel buckled
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel buckled
  3. Pass85,702 miles (+12,578)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2026
    Odometer
    85,702 miles
    Test number
    783348083956
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  4. Pass73,124 miles (+15,811)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2025
    Odometer
    73,124 miles
    Test number
    549663113129
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass57,313 miles (+20,059)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2024
    Odometer
    57,313 miles
    Test number
    514958721309
    • AdvisoryFront slight distortion both sides
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
  6. Pass37,254 miles (+9,751)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2023
    Odometer
    37,254 miles
    Test number
    125239451422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass27,503 miles (+11,571)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2022
    Odometer
    27,503 miles
    Test number
    181913690460
    • 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))
  8. Pass15,932 miles (+492)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2021
    Odometer
    15,932 miles
    Test number
    821054531629

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass15,440 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    15,440 miles
    Test number
    364851284768

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L29 CSD

Does L29 CSD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L29 CSD is valid until 14 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L29 CSD?
The MOT on L29 CSD is valid until 14 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L29 CSD done?
L29 CSD was recorded at 97,836 miles at its MOT on 15 May 2026, an average of 12,682 miles a year.
Has L29 CSD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L29 CSD has failed 1 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 13 May 2026.
Has the mileage on L29 CSD 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 L29 CSD find?
L29 CSD passed its latest MOT on 15 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 3 more.

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