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BMW 420

Black · Diesel · 2014 · 1,995 cc

LR14 VLXMOT history

LR14 VLX is a black diesel BMW 420 first used on 17 Apr 2014. Its MOT is valid until 24 Mar 2027 and it has passed 10 of 12 MOT tests, with 90,273 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Mar 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 24 Mar 2027
Mileage
90,273 mi
At MOT on 25 Mar 2026
MOT tests
12
10 passed · 2 failed
Per year
7,097 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR14 VLX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
420
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
17 Apr 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR14 VLX was last recorded at 90,273 miles on 25 Mar 2026, 1,718 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,555 miles · 18 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
1,718 miles
Average per year
7,097 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 90,273 miles
  • 2025 – 88,555 miles
  • 2024 – 79,708 miles
  • 2023 – 75,300 miles
  • 2022 – 66,325 miles
  • 2021 – 54,401 miles
  • 2020 – 41,797 miles
  • 2019 – 35,169 miles
  • 2018 – 31,982 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,273 miles

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.

  • Both front brake disc are slightly worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Both rear brake disc are slightly worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

12 tests since 6 Jan 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,273 miles (+1,718)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    90,273 miles
    Test number
    982047422600

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass88,555 miles (+8,847)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    88,555 miles
    Test number
    470144007744
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and Offside - Forward (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass79,708 miles (+4,408)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    79,708 miles
    Test number
    140768764371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass75,300 miles (+8,975)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    75,300 miles
    Test number
    541306335790

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass66,325 miles (+11,924)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    66,325 miles
    Test number
    116323088895
    • AdvisoryEmissions tested and passed, readings too low to be registered by DSM
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass54,401 miles (+12,604)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    54,401 miles
    Test number
    191263141509

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass41,797 miles (+6,628)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    41,797 miles
    Test number
    947031188720
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass35,169 miles (+670)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    35,169 miles
    Test number
    235533231896

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass34,499 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    34,499 miles
    Test number
    844245480009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail34,494 miles (+2,512)2 dangerous11 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,494 miles
    Test number
    831607476541
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Body component damaged and likely to cause injury door mirror body (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  11. Pass31,982 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    31,982 miles
    Test number
    945278225811
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake disc are slightly worn
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake disc are slightly worn

  12. Fail31,982 miles5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,982 miles
    Test number
    979607744629
    • FailureNearside Direction indicator not working REPEATER (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake disc are slightly worn
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake disc are slightly worn

Questions about LR14 VLX

Does LR14 VLX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR14 VLX is valid until 24 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR14 VLX?
The MOT on LR14 VLX is valid until 24 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR14 VLX done?
LR14 VLX was recorded at 90,273 miles at its MOT on 25 Mar 2026, an average of 7,097 miles a year.
Has LR14 VLX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR14 VLX has failed 2 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Feb 2019.
Has the mileage on LR14 VLX 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 LR14 VLX find?
LR14 VLX passed its latest MOT on 25 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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