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BMW 420

Black · Diesel · 2017 · 1,995 cc

L29 DGLMOT history

L29 DGL is a black diesel BMW 420 first used on 20 Sept 2017. Its MOT is valid until 27 May 2027 and it has passed 7 of 9 MOT tests, with 84,304 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 May 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 27 May 2027
Mileage
84,304 mi
At MOT on 28 May 2026
MOT tests
9
7 passed · 2 failed
Per year
9,647 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L29 DGL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
420
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
20 Sept 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 May 2027
Latest MOT test
28 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L29 DGL was last recorded at 84,304 miles on 28 May 2026, 13,055 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
71,249 miles · 28 May 2025
Between the last two tests
13,055 miles
Average per year
9,647 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 84,304 miles
  • 2025 – 71,249 miles
  • 2024 – 62,222 miles
  • 2023 – 53,657 miles
  • 2022 – 44,122 miles
  • 2021 – 30,400 miles
  • 2020 – 29,418 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass84,304 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 Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

9 tests since 18 Sept 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass84,304 miles (+13,055)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2027
    Odometer
    84,304 miles
    Test number
    787237892850

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass71,249 miles (+1)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2026
    Odometer
    71,249 miles
    Test number
    888275967505
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  3. Fail71,248 miles (+9,026)3 dangerous1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,248 miles
    Test number
    810575845625
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  4. Pass62,222 miles (+8,565)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2025
    Odometer
    62,222 miles
    Test number
    579554611410
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pads uneven wear
  5. Pass53,657 miles (+9,535)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    53,657 miles
    Test number
    723297242969

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass44,122 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    44,122 miles
    Test number
    847040189674

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail44,122 miles (+13,722)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,122 miles
    Test number
    915949067761
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Due to damaged sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Pass30,400 miles (+982)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    30,400 miles
    Test number
    710221286467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass29,418 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    29,418 miles
    Test number
    775433829013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L29 DGL

Does L29 DGL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L29 DGL is valid until 27 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L29 DGL?
The MOT on L29 DGL is valid until 27 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 DGL done?
L29 DGL was recorded at 84,304 miles at its MOT on 28 May 2026, an average of 9,647 miles a year.
Has L29 DGL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L29 DGL has failed 2 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 27 May 2025.
Has the mileage on L29 DGL 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 DGL find?
L29 DGL passed its latest MOT on 28 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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