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BMW 840

Blue · Petrol · 1994 · 3,982 cc

L55 JLCMOT history

L55 JLC is a blue petrol BMW 840 first used on 9 Jun 1994. Its MOT is valid until 15 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 102,025 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Apr 2027
Mileage
102,025 mi
At MOT on 13 Apr 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,176 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L55 JLC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
840
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,982 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
9 Jun 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L55 JLC was last recorded at 102,025 miles on 13 Apr 2026, 2,105 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,920 miles · 16 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
2,105 miles
Average per year
2,176 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 102,025 miles
  • 2025 – 99,920 miles
  • 2024 – 97,573 miles
  • 2023 – 95,502 miles
  • 2022 – 93,916 miles
  • 2021 – 93,828 miles
  • 2020 – 91,967 miles
  • 2019 – 91,697 miles
  • 2018 – 91,091 miles
  • 2017 – 90,586 miles
  • 2016 – 89,871 miles
  • 2015 – 88,698 miles
  • 2014 – 87,011 miles
  • 2013 – 86,046 miles
  • 2012 – 84,459 miles
  • 2011 – 83,078 miles
  • 2010 – 81,601 miles
  • 2009 – 80,037 miles
  • 2008 – 76,832 miles
  • 2007 – 69,947 miles
  • 2006 – 60,418 miles
  • 2005 – 57,500 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,025 miles
  • AdvisoryUnderside has been Undersealed

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.

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

29 tests since 26 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,025 miles (+2,105)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    102,025 miles
    Test number
    907610768017
    • AdvisoryUnderside has been Undersealed

  2. Pass99,920 miles (+2,347)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    99,920 miles
    Test number
    827848939819
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive All Front (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive All Rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass97,573 miles (+2,071)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    97,573 miles
    Test number
    630275774135
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass95,502 miles (+1,586)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    95,502 miles
    Test number
    908604554254
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded Under Vehicle
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff Input Seal Area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass93,916 miles (+88)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    93,916 miles
    Test number
    177954131574
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Fuel pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail93,828 miles (+1,861)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,828 miles
    Test number
    568098815622
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass91,967 miles (+270)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    91,967 miles
    Test number
    526488942260
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexy (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage near pump (2.1.5 (a))

  8. Pass91,697 miles (+606)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    91,697 miles
    Test number
    800034908143
    • MinorNearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • 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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass91,091 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    91,091 miles
    Test number
    246837026589

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail91,091 miles (+505)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,091 miles
    Test number
    930333614354
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Inner Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

  11. Pass90,586 miles (+313)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    90,586 miles
    Test number
    912648270591

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail90,273 miles (+402)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,273 miles
    Test number
    750915031782
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  13. Pass89,871 miles (+1,173)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    89,871 miles
    Test number
    650961570805

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass88,698 miles (+1,687)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    88,698 miles
    Test number
    387094296787
    • AdvisoryFront radiator cross member surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside headlamp on low setting

  15. Pass87,011 miles (+965)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    87,011 miles
    Test number
    289641384218
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteLower radiator cross member corroding
    • NoteN/s headlight on low setting

  16. Pass86,046 miles (+1,587)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    86,046 miles
    Test number
    595127693261
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBody sills not checked due to plastic covers

  17. Fail84,459 miles1 repaired4 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,459 miles
    Test number
    587583182205
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteCondition of front wipers and washers .
    • NoteGeneral condition of suspension components (rusty).
    • NoteKnock from steering .
    • NoteNearside and offside outer bodysills not checked due to plastic covers .

  18. Pass84,459 miles (+1,381)4 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    84,459 miles
    Test number
    698353082219
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteCondition of front wipers and washers .
    • NoteGeneral condition of suspension components (rusty).
    • NoteKnock from steering .
    • NoteNearside and offside outer bodysills not checked due to plastic covers .

  19. Pass83,078 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    83,078 miles
    Test number
    265070691299
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Fail83,074 miles (+1,473)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,074 miles
    Test number
    448350991238
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass81,601 miles (+1,564)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    81,601 miles
    Test number
    460325090209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass80,037 miles (+3,205)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    80,037 miles
    Test number
    634185899210
    • NoteAll brake pipes have corrosion

  23. Pass76,832 miles (+1)5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    76,832 miles
    Test number
    320518598207
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn unevenly

  24. Fail76,831 miles (+6,884)4 failures5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,831 miles
    Test number
    382027788292
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureNearside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn unevenly
    • NoteDifferential oil leak

  25. Pass69,947 miles (+9,529)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    69,947 miles
    Test number
    511566517362
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  26. Pass60,418 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    60,418 miles
    Test number
    232955146388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail60,418 miles (+2,918)4 failures1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,418 miles
    Test number
    173428236374
    • FailureFront registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRear registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAir bag warning lamp on
    • NoteFront side lamps insecure
    • NoteSlight free play in steering wheel
    • NoteSlight play nearside front hub, possible box

  28. Pass57,500 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    57,500 miles
    Test number
    914142215391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail57,500 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,500 miles
    Test number
    382409095242
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Questions about L55 JLC

Does L55 JLC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L55 JLC is valid until 15 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L55 JLC?
The MOT on L55 JLC is valid until 15 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L55 JLC done?
L55 JLC was recorded at 102,025 miles at its MOT on 13 Apr 2026, an average of 2,176 miles a year.
Has L55 JLC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L55 JLC has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on L55 JLC 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 L55 JLC find?
L55 JLC passed its latest MOT on 13 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: underside has been undersealed.

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