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BMW 420

Black · Diesel · 2015 · 1,995 cc

S20 DCBMOT history

S20 DCB is a black diesel BMW 420 first used on 29 Sept 2015. Its MOT is valid until 10 May 2027 and it has passed 9 of 12 MOT tests, with 84,021 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 May 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 10 May 2027
Mileage
84,021 mi
At MOT on 5 May 2026
MOT tests
12
9 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8,929 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S20 DCB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
420
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
29 Sept 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 May 2027
Latest MOT test
5 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S20 DCB was last recorded at 84,021 miles on 5 May 2026, 6,663 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,358 miles · 9 May 2025
Between the last two tests
6,663 miles
Average per year
8,929 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 84,021 miles
  • 2025 – 77,358 miles
  • 2024 – 67,562 miles
  • 2023 – 56,824 miles
  • 2022 – 50,488 miles
  • 2021 – 42,883 miles
  • 2020 – 32,700 miles
  • 2019 – 31,514 miles
  • 2018 – 16,329 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass84,021 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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

12 tests since 5 Oct 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass84,021 miles (+6,663)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2027
    Odometer
    84,021 miles
    Test number
    672682950542

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass77,358 miles (+9,796)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2026
    Odometer
    77,358 miles
    Test number
    744850568014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass67,562 miles (+34)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2025
    Odometer
    67,562 miles
    Test number
    846648442332
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Fail67,528 miles (+10,704)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,528 miles
    Test number
    511581277610
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn to 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass56,824 miles (+6,336)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2024
    Odometer
    56,824 miles
    Test number
    444528485363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass50,488 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2023
    Odometer
    50,488 miles
    Test number
    443368882226
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Fail50,488 miles (+7,605)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,488 miles
    Test number
    683562867630
    • MajorRoad wheel fixing missing 1 stud from each wheel (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Pass42,883 miles (+10,183)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    42,883 miles
    Test number
    266702452228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass32,700 miles (+1,186)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    32,700 miles
    Test number
    161200607236
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass31,514 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    31,514 miles
    Test number
    596631008963

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail31,514 miles (+15,185)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,514 miles
    Test number
    666062872698
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  12. Pass16,329 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    16,329 miles
    Test number
    166603891253
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted

Questions about S20 DCB

Does S20 DCB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S20 DCB is valid until 10 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on S20 DCB?
The MOT on S20 DCB is valid until 10 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S20 DCB done?
S20 DCB was recorded at 84,021 miles at its MOT on 5 May 2026, an average of 8,929 miles a year.
Has S20 DCB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S20 DCB has failed 3 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 9 May 2024.
Has the mileage on S20 DCB 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 S20 DCB find?
S20 DCB passed its latest MOT on 5 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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