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BMW 420

Blue · Diesel · 2016 · 1,995 cc

LM16 XZAMOT history

LM16 XZA is a blue diesel BMW 420 first used on 25 Apr 2016. Its MOT is valid until 2 Aug 2027 and it has passed 8 of 11 MOT tests, with 61,640 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Aug 2026.

LM16 XZA blue BMW 4 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Aug 2027
Mileage
61,640 mi
At MOT on 3 Aug 2026
MOT tests
11
8 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,319 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM16 XZA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
420
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
25 Apr 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM16 XZA was last recorded at 61,640 miles on 3 Aug 2026, 2,085 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
59,555 miles · 14 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
2,085 miles
Average per year
5,319 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 61,640 miles
  • 2025 – 59,555 miles
  • 2024 – 55,186 miles
  • 2023 – 46,701 miles
  • 2022 – 41,935 miles
  • 2021 – 37,097 miles
  • 2020 – 29,502 miles
  • 2019 – 22,920 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass61,640 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

11 tests since 22 Apr 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass61,640 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    61,640 miles
    Test number
    622351990441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail61,640 miles (+2,085)1 dangerous1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,640 miles
    Test number
    419904184022
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick BOTH SIDE (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testFront Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn BOTH SIDE (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass59,555 miles (+31)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    59,555 miles
    Test number
    928123994399
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Fail59,524 miles (+4,338)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,524 miles
    Test number
    421225401760
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension rod ball joint has slight play Tie rod (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass55,186 miles (+8,485)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    55,186 miles
    Test number
    728819233577
    • AdvisoryFront Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror damaged
  6. Pass46,701 miles (+4,766)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    46,701 miles
    Test number
    475013540483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass41,935 miles (+4,838)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    41,935 miles
    Test number
    236750013074
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass37,097 miles (+7,595)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    37,097 miles
    Test number
    818326747840

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass29,502 miles (+6,582)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    29,502 miles
    Test number
    105740932917

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass22,920 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    22,920 miles
    Test number
    516485048542
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.7mm and wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge severe wear outer edge and 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Fail22,900 miles1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,900 miles
    Test number
    854043039112
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 1.6mm (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.7mm and wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge severe wear outer edge and 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Questions about LM16 XZA

Does LM16 XZA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM16 XZA is valid until 2 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM16 XZA?
The MOT on LM16 XZA is valid until 2 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM16 XZA done?
LM16 XZA was recorded at 61,640 miles at its MOT on 3 Aug 2026, an average of 5,319 miles a year.
Has LM16 XZA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM16 XZA has failed 3 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LM16 XZA 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 LM16 XZA find?
LM16 XZA passed its latest MOT on 3 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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