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BMW 420

Blue · Diesel · 2016 · 1,995 cc

V12 SBDMOT history

V12 SBD is a blue diesel BMW 420 first used on 17 Jun 2016. Its MOT is valid until 12 Oct 2027 and it has passed 8 of 12 MOT tests, with 94,696 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Oct 2027
Mileage
94,696 mi
At MOT on 13 Oct 2026
MOT tests
12
8 passed · 4 failed
Per year
9,670 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V12 SBD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
420
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
17 Jun 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V12 SBD was last recorded at 94,696 miles on 13 Oct 2026, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,686 miles · 3 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
9,670 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 94,696 miles
  • 2025 – 88,341 miles
  • 2024 – 79,565 miles
  • 2023 – 72,139 miles
  • 2022 – 64,362 miles
  • 2021 – 47,425 miles
  • 2020 – 36,888 miles
  • 2019 – 23,610 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,696 miles
  • AdvisoryCovers and Shields fittedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Nail in tyre 255/35R19Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Covers + Shields Fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

12 tests since 7 Jun 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,696 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    94,696 miles
    Test number
    670016937270
    • AdvisoryCovers and Shields fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Nail in tyre 255/35R19
  2. Fail94,686 miles (+6,345)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,686 miles
    Test number
    460741036531
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCovers and Shields fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Nail in tyre 255/35R19
  3. Pass88,341 miles (+8,776)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    88,341 miles
    Test number
    705964613124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass79,565 miles (+7,426)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    79,565 miles
    Test number
    658872842574
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass72,139 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    72,139 miles
    Test number
    800780088636
    • AdvisoryCovers + Shields Fitted
  6. Fail72,139 miles (+7,777)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,139 miles
    Test number
    166855362976
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed Close to Limit + Ply/Cords Exposed on Inner Edge - 255/35/19 RFT (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCovers + Shields Fitted
  7. Pass64,362 miles (+16,937)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    64,362 miles
    Test number
    953502193041
    • AdvisoryCovers & shield fitted
  8. Pass47,425 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    47,425 miles
    Test number
    678728181369
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Fail47,415 miles (+10,527)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,415 miles
    Test number
    300841337742
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass36,888 miles (+79)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    36,888 miles
    Test number
    174723810058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail36,809 miles (+13,199)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,809 miles
    Test number
    361536431219
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (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))
  12. Pass23,610 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    23,610 miles
    Test number
    619727699707

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V12 SBD

Does V12 SBD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V12 SBD is valid until 12 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on V12 SBD?
The MOT on V12 SBD is valid until 12 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V12 SBD done?
V12 SBD was recorded at 94,696 miles at its MOT on 13 Oct 2026, an average of 9,670 miles a year.
Has V12 SBD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V12 SBD has failed 4 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on V12 SBD 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 V12 SBD find?
V12 SBD passed its latest MOT on 13 Oct 2026 with 2 advisories: covers and shields fitted; offside rear inner nail in tyre 255/35r19.

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