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BMW 420

White · Diesel · 2013 · 1,995 cc

R13 HJLMOT history

R13 HJL is a white diesel BMW 420 first used on 22 Nov 2013. Its MOT is valid until 26 Feb 2027 and it has passed 10 of 17 MOT tests, with 225,005 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Feb 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Feb 2027
Mileage
225,005 mi
At MOT on 27 Feb 2026
MOT tests
17
10 passed · 7 failed
Per year
20,669 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R13 HJL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
420
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
22 Nov 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R13 HJL was last recorded at 225,005 miles on 27 Feb 2026, 17,421 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
207,584 miles · 25 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
17,421 miles
Average per year
20,669 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 225,005 miles
  • 2025 – 207,584 miles
  • 2024 – 189,989 miles
  • 2023 – 170,702 miles
  • 2022 – 143,325 miles
  • 2021 – 125,472 miles
  • 2020 – 111,633 miles
  • 2019 – 86,179 miles
  • 2018 – 60,244 miles
  • 2016 – 34,531 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass225,005 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

17 tests since 10 Dec 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass225,005 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    225,005 miles
    Test number
    678774382899
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail225,005 miles (+17,421)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    225,005 miles
    Test number
    442226851907
    • Repaired at testTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass207,584 miles (+12)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    207,584 miles
    Test number
    369960911181
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Fail207,572 miles (+17,583)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,572 miles
    Test number
    720644988691
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front pipe flexi joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure front pipe flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass189,989 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    189,989 miles
    Test number
    208881021486
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner side pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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))

  6. Fail189,986 miles (+19,284)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,986 miles
    Test number
    218185923023
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner side pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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))

  7. Pass170,702 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2024
    Odometer
    170,702 miles
    Test number
    165079445960
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail170,702 miles (+27,377)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,702 miles
    Test number
    181580276404
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass143,325 miles (+17,853)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    143,325 miles
    Test number
    164405563426
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass125,472 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    125,472 miles
    Test number
    768892379898
    • 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))
    • 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))

  11. Fail125,472 miles (+13,839)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,472 miles
    Test number
    255880917360
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • 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))
    • 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))

  12. Pass111,633 miles (+711)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    111,633 miles
    Test number
    472324092461
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Fail110,922 miles (+24,743)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,922 miles
    Test number
    868148793484
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords damaged 255/35R19 Runflat (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Pass86,179 miles (+25,935)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    86,179 miles
    Test number
    336417846947
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5-3mm 2553519 runflat (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass60,244 miles (+25,713)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    60,244 miles
    Test number
    861941519536
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre (255/35/19) runflat
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  16. Pass34,531 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    34,531 miles
    Test number
    483979252278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail34,531 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,531 miles
    Test number
    361774435204
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed worn on inner edge to expose cord (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Questions about R13 HJL

Does R13 HJL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R13 HJL is valid until 26 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on R13 HJL?
The MOT on R13 HJL is valid until 26 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R13 HJL done?
R13 HJL was recorded at 225,005 miles at its MOT on 27 Feb 2026, an average of 20,669 miles a year.
Has R13 HJL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R13 HJL has failed 7 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on R13 HJL 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 R13 HJL find?
R13 HJL passed its latest MOT on 27 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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