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BMW 850

Black · Petrol · 1994 · 4,988 cc

L63 KDAMOT history

L63 KDA is a black petrol BMW 850 first used on 30 Apr 1994. Its MOT is valid until 3 Sept 2027 and it has passed 22 of 27 MOT tests, with 94,084 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Sept 2027
Mileage
94,084 mi
At MOT on 26 Aug 2026
MOT tests
27
22 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,186 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L63 KDA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
850
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,988 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
30 Apr 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L63 KDA was last recorded at 94,084 miles on 26 Aug 2026, 21 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,063 miles · 28 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
21 miles
Average per year
1,186 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 94,084 miles
  • 2025 – 94,063 miles
  • 2024 – 94,022 miles
  • 2023 – 94,011 miles
  • 2022 – 93,901 miles
  • 2021 – 93,826 miles
  • 2020 – 93,814 miles
  • 2019 – 93,801 miles
  • 2018 – 93,765 miles
  • 2017 – 93,727 miles
  • 2016 – 93,659 miles
  • 2015 – 93,516 miles
  • 2014 – 93,400 miles
  • 2013 – 93,031 miles
  • 2012 – 92,545 miles
  • 2011 – 91,879 miles
  • 2010 – 89,702 miles
  • 2009 – 85,360 miles
  • 2008 – 82,196 miles
  • 2007 – 79,715 miles
  • 2006 – 75,964 miles
  • 2005 – 69,184 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,084 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides at numerous points front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both coil springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both inner sills front to rear at numerous points (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on inner tread area
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both coil springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both trailing arm bushes on both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryComplete exhaust system corroded

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2013

Full MOT history

27 tests since 25 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,084 miles (+21)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    94,084 miles
    Test number
    894521994641
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides at numerous points front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both coil springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both inner sills front to rear at numerous points (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on inner tread area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both coil springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both trailing arm bushes on both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryComplete exhaust system corroded

  2. Pass94,063 miles (+41)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    94,063 miles
    Test number
    307392193562
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))

  3. Pass94,022 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    94,022 miles
    Test number
    380854549589
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))

  4. Fail94,022 miles (+11)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,022 miles
    Test number
    239447722644
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.5.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))

  5. Pass94,011 miles (+110)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    94,011 miles
    Test number
    575534154766
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass93,901 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    93,901 miles
    Test number
    172582179549

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail93,901 miles (+75)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,901 miles
    Test number
    720311828224
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass93,826 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    93,826 miles
    Test number
    665354762969

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass93,814 miles (+13)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    93,814 miles
    Test number
    250614545745
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass93,801 miles (+36)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    93,801 miles
    Test number
    810012907095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass93,765 miles (+38)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    93,765 miles
    Test number
    286193592782

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass93,727 miles (+68)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    93,727 miles
    Test number
    298227910284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass93,659 miles (+143)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    93,659 miles
    Test number
    751219417663
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass93,516 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    93,516 miles
    Test number
    649320908678
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  15. Fail93,516 miles (+116)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,516 miles
    Test number
    390996971605
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass93,400 miles (+369)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    93,400 miles
    Test number
    126545754229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass93,031 miles (+486)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    93,031 miles
    Test number
    308420673245
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteExhaust deteriorated

  18. Fail92,545 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,545 miles
    Test number
    255828352222
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  19. Pass92,545 miles (+666)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    92,545 miles
    Test number
    879038852200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass91,879 miles (+2,177)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    91,879 miles
    Test number
    399114961265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass89,702 miles (+4,342)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    89,702 miles
    Test number
    961597960280
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOffside and nearside front brake discs slightly worn
    • NoteOffside and nearside rear brake discs slightly worn

  22. Pass85,360 miles (+3,164)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    85,360 miles
    Test number
    190889879203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass82,196 miles (+2,481)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    82,196 miles
    Test number
    513571288211
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Fail79,715 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,715 miles
    Test number
    154912177232
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  25. Pass79,715 miles (+3,751)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    79,715 miles
    Test number
    573672277213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass75,964 miles (+6,780)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    75,964 miles
    Test number
    500464066290
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  27. Pass69,184 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    69,184 miles
    Test number
    843647335298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L63 KDA

Does L63 KDA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L63 KDA is valid until 3 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L63 KDA?
The MOT on L63 KDA is valid until 3 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L63 KDA done?
L63 KDA was recorded at 94,084 miles at its MOT on 26 Aug 2026, an average of 1,186 miles a year.
Has L63 KDA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L63 KDA has failed 5 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on L63 KDA 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 L63 KDA find?
L63 KDA passed its latest MOT on 26 Aug 2026 with 10 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides at numerous points front to rear; front coil spring corroded both coil springs; front oil leak, but not excessive, and 7 more.

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