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BMW 420

Black · Diesel · 2018 · 1,995 cc

LS18 VELMOT history

LS18 VEL is a black diesel BMW 420 first used on 28 Mar 2018. Its MOT expired on 29 Aug 2026 and it has passed 5 of 7 MOT tests, with 49,428 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Aug 2025.

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MOT
Expired
On 29 Aug 2026
Mileage
49,428 mi
At MOT on 29 Aug 2025
MOT tests
7
5 passed · 2 failed
Per year
7,090 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS18 VEL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
420
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2018
First used
28 Mar 2018
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
29 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS18 VEL was last recorded at 49,428 miles on 29 Aug 2025, 9,343 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
40,085 miles · 30 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
9,343 miles
Average per year
7,090 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 49,428 miles
  • 2024 – 40,085 miles
  • 2023 – 27,877 miles
  • 2022 – 22,276 miles
  • 2021 – 17,827 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass49,428 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

7 tests since 15 Mar 2021, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass49,428 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    49,428 miles
    Test number
    665199115324
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  2. Fail49,428 miles (+9,343)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,428 miles
    Test number
    741041437922
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  3. Pass40,085 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    40,085 miles
    Test number
    589177563003
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  4. Fail40,085 miles (+12,208)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,085 miles
    Test number
    504734564374
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  5. Pass27,877 miles (+5,601)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2024
    Odometer
    27,877 miles
    Test number
    631030311246
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords in tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall close to cord (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted
  6. Pass22,276 miles (+4,449)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    22,276 miles
    Test number
    252116677412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass17,827 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    17,827 miles
    Test number
    927279931735

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS18 VEL

Does LS18 VEL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS18 VEL expired on 29 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS18 VEL?
The MOT on LS18 VEL expired on 29 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS18 VEL done?
LS18 VEL was recorded at 49,428 miles at its MOT on 29 Aug 2025, an average of 7,090 miles a year.
Has LS18 VEL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS18 VEL has failed 2 of its 7 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on LS18 VEL 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 LS18 VEL find?
LS18 VEL passed its latest MOT on 29 Aug 2025 with 2 advisories: offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges; offside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt.

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