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BMW M140

Orange · Petrol · 2017 · 2,998 cc

L40 NBHMOT history

L40 NBH is an orange petrol BMW M140 first used on 9 Jun 2017. Its MOT is valid until 21 Jun 2027 and it has passed 8 of 10 MOT tests, with 97,799 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jun 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Jun 2027
Mileage
97,799 mi
At MOT on 22 Jun 2026
MOT tests
10
8 passed · 2 failed
Per year
10,084 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L40 NBH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M140
Colour
Orange
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
9 Jun 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L40 NBH was last recorded at 97,799 miles on 22 Jun 2026, 15,647 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
82,152 miles · 1 May 2025
Between the last two tests
15,647 miles
Average per year
10,084 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,799 miles
  • 2025 – 82,152 miles
  • 2024 – 79,550 miles
  • 2023 – 63,797 miles
  • 2021 – 52,969 miles
  • 2020 – 42,980 miles
  • 2019 – 32,393 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,799 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

10 tests since 27 Dec 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,799 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    97,799 miles
    Test number
    864788144585
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Fail97,799 miles (+15,647)3 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,799 miles
    Test number
    650310857139
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass82,152 miles (+2,602)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    82,152 miles
    Test number
    399694928331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass79,550 miles (+7,629)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    79,550 miles
    Test number
    890440916478
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass71,921 miles (+8,124)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    71,921 miles
    Test number
    836705679768

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass63,797 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    63,797 miles
    Test number
    808902383519

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail63,797 miles (+10,828)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,797 miles
    Test number
    312903185866
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass52,969 miles (+9,989)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    52,969 miles
    Test number
    363018593167
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass42,980 miles (+10,587)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    42,980 miles
    Test number
    690722079314
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass32,393 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    32,393 miles
    Test number
    625702859613

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L40 NBH

Does L40 NBH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L40 NBH is valid until 21 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L40 NBH?
The MOT on L40 NBH is valid until 21 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L40 NBH done?
L40 NBH was recorded at 97,799 miles at its MOT on 22 Jun 2026, an average of 10,084 miles a year.
Has L40 NBH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L40 NBH has failed 2 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on L40 NBH 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 L40 NBH find?
L40 NBH passed its latest MOT on 22 Jun 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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