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BMW 120

Black · Diesel · 2017 · 1,995 cc

L4 DRKMOT history

L4 DRK is a black diesel BMW 120 first used on 11 May 2017. Its MOT is valid until 28 Dec 2026 and it has passed 7 of 8 MOT tests, with 63,441 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Dec 2025.

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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Dec 2026
Mileage
63,441 mi
At MOT on 29 Dec 2025
MOT tests
8
7 passed · 1 failed
Per year
6,892 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L4 DRK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
120
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
11 May 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
29 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L4 DRK was last recorded at 63,441 miles on 29 Dec 2025, 7,077 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
56,364 miles · 8 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
7,077 miles
Average per year
6,892 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 63,441 miles
  • 2024 – 56,364 miles
  • 2023 – 48,610 miles
  • 2022 – 41,524 miles
  • 2021 – 34,326 miles
  • 2020 – 27,987 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass63,441 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryCannot see inner brake pads

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, 2020–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

8 tests since 3 May 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass63,441 miles (+7,077)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    63,441 miles
    Test number
    800615415190
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCannot see inner brake pads

  2. Pass56,364 miles (+7,754)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    56,364 miles
    Test number
    207356757367
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement FRONT ARM (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement FRONT ARM (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass48,610 miles (+7,086)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    48,610 miles
    Test number
    803756517516
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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 pad(s) wearing thin very low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass41,524 miles (+7,198)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    41,524 miles
    Test number
    984148640132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass34,326 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    34,326 miles
    Test number
    986138441824
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Fail34,326 miles (+6,339)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,326 miles
    Test number
    720998087354
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass27,987 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    27,987 miles
    Test number
    658689741323
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    917148564674
    • AdvisoryCOVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION

Questions about L4 DRK

Does L4 DRK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L4 DRK is valid until 28 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on L4 DRK?
The MOT on L4 DRK is valid until 28 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L4 DRK done?
L4 DRK was recorded at 63,441 miles at its MOT on 29 Dec 2025, an average of 6,892 miles a year.
Has L4 DRK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L4 DRK has failed 1 of its 8 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on L4 DRK 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 L4 DRK find?
L4 DRK passed its latest MOT on 29 Dec 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside front outer tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall; offside front outer brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm; cannot see inner brake pads.

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