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BMW 420

Grey · Diesel · 2017 · 1,995 cc

L7 SFKMOT history

L7 SFK is a grey diesel BMW 420 first used on 9 Mar 2017. Its MOT is valid until 9 Mar 2027 and it has passed 7 of 10 MOT tests, with 48,179 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Mar 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Mar 2027
Mileage
48,179 mi
At MOT on 10 Mar 2026
MOT tests
10
7 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,462 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L7 SFK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
420
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
9 Mar 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L7 SFK was last recorded at 48,179 miles on 10 Mar 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
48,178 miles · 9 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
4,462 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 48,179 miles
  • 2025 – 41,771 miles
  • 2024 – 37,183 miles
  • 2023 – 34,713 miles
  • 2022 – 28,520 miles
  • 2021 – 23,328 miles
  • 2020 – 21,374 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass48,179 miles
  • AdvisoryUnder cover fittedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

10 tests since 7 Mar 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass48,179 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    48,179 miles
    Test number
    928393221061
    • AdvisoryUnder cover fitted

  2. Fail48,178 miles (+6,407)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,178 miles
    Test number
    791308364401
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder cover fitted

  3. Pass41,771 miles (+4,588)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    41,771 miles
    Test number
    701624487885
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner & Outer (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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 Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass37,183 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    37,183 miles
    Test number
    545506883165
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail37,183 miles (+2,470)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,183 miles
    Test number
    280535057090
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass34,713 miles (+6,193)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    34,713 miles
    Test number
    567435746896

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass28,520 miles (+5,192)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    28,520 miles
    Test number
    913384377483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass23,328 miles (+1,954)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    23,328 miles
    Test number
    204459832700

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass21,374 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    21,374 miles
    Test number
    958282680019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail21,374 miles1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,374 miles
    Test number
    935936640090
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Questions about L7 SFK

Does L7 SFK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L7 SFK is valid until 9 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L7 SFK?
The MOT on L7 SFK is valid until 9 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L7 SFK done?
L7 SFK was recorded at 48,179 miles at its MOT on 10 Mar 2026, an average of 4,462 miles a year.
Has L7 SFK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L7 SFK has failed 3 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on L7 SFK 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 L7 SFK find?
L7 SFK passed its latest MOT on 10 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: under cover fitted.

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