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BMW 420

Blue · Diesel · 2015 · 1,995 cc

LM65 VMAMOT history

LM65 VMA is a blue diesel BMW 420 first used on 11 Nov 2015. Its MOT is valid until 27 Apr 2027 and it has passed 9 of 11 MOT tests, with 68,244 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Apr 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Apr 2027
Mileage
68,244 mi
At MOT on 16 Apr 2026
MOT tests
11
9 passed · 2 failed
Per year
7,639 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM65 VMA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
420
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
11 Nov 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM65 VMA was last recorded at 68,244 miles on 16 Apr 2026, 6,746 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
61,498 miles · 11 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
6,746 miles
Average per year
7,639 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 68,244 miles
  • 2025 – 61,498 miles
  • 2024 – 55,030 miles
  • 2023 – 49,105 miles
  • 2022 – 38,131 miles
  • 2021 – 21,852 miles
  • 2020 – 21,516 miles
  • 2019 – 12,774 miles
  • 2018 – 11,438 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass68,244 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement tension strut bush cracked and perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement tension strut bush cracked and perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

11 tests since 8 Nov 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass68,244 miles (+6,746)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    68,244 miles
    Test number
    696437822887
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement tension strut bush cracked and perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement tension strut bush cracked and perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass61,498 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    61,498 miles
    Test number
    422895657235
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover/under-trays fitted

  3. Fail61,498 miles (+6,468)2 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,498 miles
    Test number
    470665922562
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing bad on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover/under-trays fitted

  4. Pass55,030 miles (+5,925)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    55,030 miles
    Test number
    817946024991
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  5. Pass49,105 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    49,105 miles
    Test number
    795637635669
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail49,105 miles (+10,974)2 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,105 miles
    Test number
    236710336768
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass38,131 miles (+16,279)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    38,131 miles
    Test number
    382677201789

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass21,852 miles (+336)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    21,852 miles
    Test number
    918998744548

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass21,516 miles (+8,742)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    21,516 miles
    Test number
    427646735493
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted.

  10. Pass12,774 miles (+1,336)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    12,774 miles
    Test number
    451270355651

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass11,438 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    11,438 miles
    Test number
    328817553697

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM65 VMA

Does LM65 VMA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM65 VMA is valid until 27 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM65 VMA?
The MOT on LM65 VMA is valid until 27 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM65 VMA done?
LM65 VMA was recorded at 68,244 miles at its MOT on 16 Apr 2026, an average of 7,639 miles a year.
Has LM65 VMA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM65 VMA has failed 2 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LM65 VMA 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 VMA find?
LM65 VMA passed its latest MOT on 16 Apr 2026 with 7 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement tension strut bush cracked and perished; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 4 more.

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