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BMW 420

Grey · Diesel · 2016 · 1,995 cc

LM65 SOAMOT history

LM65 SOA is a grey diesel BMW 420 first used on 26 Feb 2016. Its MOT is valid until 14 Feb 2027 and it has passed 8 of 9 MOT tests, with 99,901 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Feb 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 14 Feb 2027
Mileage
99,901 mi
At MOT on 13 Feb 2026
MOT tests
9
8 passed · 1 failed
Per year
9,244 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM65 SOA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
420
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
26 Feb 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM65 SOA was last recorded at 99,901 miles on 13 Feb 2026, 4,976 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,925 miles · 21 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
4,976 miles
Average per year
9,244 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 99,901 miles
  • 2025 – 94,925 miles
  • 2024 – 85,328 miles
  • 2023 – 75,743 miles
  • 2022 – 64,510 miles
  • 2021 – 53,822 miles
  • 2020 – 43,892 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,901 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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 worn on edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Rear Differential

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

9 tests since 21 Jan 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,901 miles (+4,976)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    99,901 miles
    Test number
    471323908908
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Pass94,925 miles (+9,597)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    94,925 miles
    Test number
    361362374975

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass85,328 miles (+3)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    85,328 miles
    Test number
    873571523555
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Fail85,325 miles (+9,582)1 dangerous1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,325 miles
    Test number
    598609960242
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed cut in tread - 225/40 19 89Y RFT (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass75,743 miles (+11,233)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    75,743 miles
    Test number
    674470305307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass64,510 miles (+10,688)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    64,510 miles
    Test number
    941453644062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass53,822 miles (+9,930)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    53,822 miles
    Test number
    744367626711
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
  8. Pass43,892 miles (+52)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    43,892 miles
    Test number
    755748495442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass43,840 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    43,840 miles
    Test number
    433011713980
    • AdvisoryOil leak from rear differential

Questions about LM65 SOA

Does LM65 SOA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM65 SOA is valid until 14 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM65 SOA?
The MOT on LM65 SOA is valid until 14 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM65 SOA done?
LM65 SOA was recorded at 99,901 miles at its MOT on 13 Feb 2026, an average of 9,244 miles a year.
Has LM65 SOA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM65 SOA has failed 1 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on LM65 SOA 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 LM65 SOA find?
LM65 SOA passed its latest MOT on 13 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; offside play in steering rack inner joint(s); rear oil leak, but not excessive differential.

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