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BMW 420

Black · Diesel · 2015 · 1,995 cc

LM65 XFAMOT history

LM65 XFA is a black diesel BMW 420 first used on 17 Dec 2015. Its MOT is valid until 6 Feb 2027 and it has passed 7 of 10 MOT tests, with 178,036 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Feb 2026.

LM65 XFA black BMW 4 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Feb 2027
Mileage
178,036 mi
At MOT on 5 Feb 2026
MOT tests
10
7 passed · 3 failed
Per year
19,644 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM65 XFA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
420
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
17 Dec 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM65 XFA was last recorded at 178,036 miles on 5 Feb 2026, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
178,028 miles · 2 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
19,644 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 178,036 miles
  • 2025 – 161,995 miles
  • 2023 – 118,319 miles
  • 2022 – 89,327 miles
  • 2020 – 58,609 miles
  • 2019 – 50,452 miles
  • 2018 – 37,451 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass178,036 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/40 R19 Tread - 2.9mm (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/35 ZR19 Tread - 2.1mm (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/35 ZR19 Tread - 2.7mm (5.2.3 (e))Recorded 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.

  • Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges 225/40/19

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

10 tests since 10 Dec 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass178,036 miles (+8)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    178,036 miles
    Test number
    290146150536
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/40 R19 Tread - 2.9mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/35 ZR19 Tread - 2.1mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/35 ZR19 Tread - 2.7mm (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail178,028 miles (+16,033)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,028 miles
    Test number
    188176629525
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/40 R19 Tread - 2.9mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/35 ZR19 Tread - 2.1mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/35 ZR19 Tread - 2.7mm (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass161,995 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    161,995 miles
    Test number
    200239441807
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm lower bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges 225/40/19 (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Fail161,995 miles (+43,676)2 dangerous5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,995 miles
    Test number
    533393532655
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 0.6mm 255/35/19 (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1.5mm 255/35/19 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front arm lower bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm lower bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges 225/40/19 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTPMS light on dash
  5. Pass118,319 miles (+28,992)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    118,319 miles
    Test number
    853591711596
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass89,327 miles (+78)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    89,327 miles
    Test number
    373467692346
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Fail89,249 miles (+30,640)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,249 miles
    Test number
    470386853749
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre(s) with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
    • 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass58,609 miles (+8,157)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    58,609 miles
    Test number
    465535830931

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass50,452 miles (+13,001)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    50,452 miles
    Test number
    145359829512

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass37,451 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    37,451 miles
    Test number
    842495864484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM65 XFA

Does LM65 XFA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM65 XFA is valid until 6 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM65 XFA?
The MOT on LM65 XFA is valid until 6 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 XFA done?
LM65 XFA was recorded at 178,036 miles at its MOT on 5 Feb 2026, an average of 19,644 miles a year.
Has LM65 XFA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM65 XFA has failed 3 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LM65 XFA 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 XFA find?
LM65 XFA passed its latest MOT on 5 Feb 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/40 r19 tread - 2.9mm; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/35 zr19 tread - 2.1mm; offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm, and 1 more.

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