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BMW 420

Blue · Diesel · 2017 · 1,995 cc

L5 XLJMOT history

L5 XLJ is a blue diesel BMW 420 first used on 13 Oct 2017. Its MOT is valid until 30 Apr 2027 and it has passed 7 of 9 MOT tests, with 102,147 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 May 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Apr 2027
Mileage
102,147 mi
At MOT on 1 May 2026
MOT tests
9
7 passed · 2 failed
Per year
10,196 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 XLJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
420
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
13 Oct 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
1 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L5 XLJ was last recorded at 102,147 miles on 1 May 2026, 12,821 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,326 miles · 29 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
12,821 miles
Average per year
10,196 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 102,147 miles
  • 2025 – 89,326 miles
  • 2024 – 83,721 miles
  • 2023 – 72,985 miles
  • 2022 – 66,232 miles
  • 2021 – 52,282 miles
  • 2020 – 45,286 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,147 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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 3mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

9 tests since 2 Oct 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,147 miles (+12,821)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    102,147 miles
    Test number
    648695736981
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass89,326 miles (+5,605)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    89,326 miles
    Test number
    232210089494
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts on 3mm and worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm and worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass83,721 miles (+10,736)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    83,721 miles
    Test number
    125758909624
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass72,985 miles (+6,753)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    72,985 miles
    Test number
    855547165978
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass66,232 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    66,232 miles
    Test number
    972848155197
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail66,232 miles (+13,950)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,232 miles
    Test number
    168153635215
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords multiple lacerations to inner edge of the tyre resulting in cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass52,282 miles (+6,996)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    52,282 miles
    Test number
    741610520866

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass45,286 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    45,286 miles
    Test number
    482494121690
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen wiper smearing slightly
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen wiper smearing slightly

  9. Fail45,285 miles1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,285 miles
    Test number
    672723322365
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen wiper smearing slightly
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen wiper smearing slightly

Questions about L5 XLJ

Does L5 XLJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L5 XLJ is valid until 30 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L5 XLJ?
The MOT on L5 XLJ is valid until 30 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L5 XLJ done?
L5 XLJ was recorded at 102,147 miles at its MOT on 1 May 2026, an average of 10,196 miles a year.
Has L5 XLJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L5 XLJ has failed 2 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on L5 XLJ 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 L5 XLJ find?
L5 XLJ passed its latest MOT on 1 May 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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