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BMW 420

Grey · Diesel · 2016 · 1,995 cc

LS16 BYMMOT history

LS16 BYM is a grey diesel BMW 420 first used on 30 Mar 2016. Its MOT is valid until 17 Aug 2027 and it has passed 8 of 11 MOT tests, with 99,260 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Aug 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Aug 2027
Mileage
99,260 mi
At MOT on 18 Aug 2026
MOT tests
11
8 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,991 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS16 BYM
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
30 Mar 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS16 BYM was last recorded at 99,260 miles on 18 Aug 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,257 miles · 15 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
7,991 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 99,260 miles
  • 2025 – 89,113 miles
  • 2024 – 85,617 miles
  • 2023 – 77,026 miles
  • 2022 – 67,617 miles
  • 2021 – 60,665 miles
  • 2020 – 53,157 miles
  • 2019 – 40,189 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,260 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023

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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

11 tests since 28 Mar 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,260 miles (+3)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    99,260 miles
    Test number
    352577459544
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (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 Front 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))

  2. Fail99,257 miles (+10,144)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,257 miles
    Test number
    374836230897
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass89,113 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    89,113 miles
    Test number
    982971159562

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail89,113 miles (+3,496)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,113 miles
    Test number
    894295746237
    • MajorNearside Front Brake locking device missing (1.1.21 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake locking device missing (1.1.21 (f))

  5. Pass85,617 miles (+8,591)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    85,617 miles
    Test number
    501958581844

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass77,026 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    77,026 miles
    Test number
    371828057656
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail77,026 miles (+9,409)1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,026 miles
    Test number
    568112235636
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass67,617 miles (+6,952)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    67,617 miles
    Test number
    658935048721
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass60,665 miles (+7,508)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    60,665 miles
    Test number
    418968603366
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  10. Pass53,157 miles (+12,968)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    53,157 miles
    Test number
    626593972533

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass40,189 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    40,189 miles
    Test number
    782065596657

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS16 BYM

Does LS16 BYM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS16 BYM is valid until 17 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS16 BYM?
The MOT on LS16 BYM is valid until 17 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS16 BYM done?
LS16 BYM was recorded at 99,260 miles at its MOT on 18 Aug 2026, an average of 7,991 miles a year.
Has LS16 BYM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS16 BYM has failed 3 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LS16 BYM 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 LS16 BYM find?
LS16 BYM passed its latest MOT on 18 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 2 more.

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