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BMW 420

Grey · Diesel · 2016 · 1,995 cc

V1 RCVMOT history

V1 RCV is a grey diesel BMW 420 first used on 29 Mar 2016. Its MOT is valid until 22 Sept 2027 and it has passed 8 of 10 MOT tests, with 80,985 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Sept 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Sept 2027
Mileage
80,985 mi
At MOT on 15 Sept 2026
MOT tests
10
8 passed · 2 failed
Per year
8,216 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V1 RCV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
420
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
29 Mar 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V1 RCV was last recorded at 80,985 miles on 15 Sept 2026, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,974 miles · 14 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
11 miles
Average per year
8,216 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 80,985 miles
  • 2025 – 71,748 miles
  • 2024 – 62,040 miles
  • 2023 – 56,353 miles
  • 2021 – 45,047 miles
  • 2020 – 25,021 miles
  • 2019 – 19,418 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,985 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded 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.

  • Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025–2026

Full MOT history

10 tests since 19 Mar 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,985 miles (+11)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    80,985 miles
    Test number
    183386094149
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  2. Fail80,974 miles (+9,226)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,974 miles
    Test number
    610041052928
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass71,748 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    71,748 miles
    Test number
    894081444974
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Fail71,742 miles (+9,702)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,742 miles
    Test number
    620350424226
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass62,040 miles (+5,687)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    62,040 miles
    Test number
    135717274786
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play rack arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass56,353 miles (+11,306)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    56,353 miles
    Test number
    356614337879

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass45,047 miles (+8,558)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    45,047 miles
    Test number
    936290730166
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted
  8. Pass36,489 miles (+11,468)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    36,489 miles
    Test number
    715170040920
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass25,021 miles (+5,603)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    25,021 miles
    Test number
    856160956657

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass19,418 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    19,418 miles
    Test number
    680951550834
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Questions about V1 RCV

Does V1 RCV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V1 RCV is valid until 22 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on V1 RCV?
The MOT on V1 RCV is valid until 22 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V1 RCV done?
V1 RCV was recorded at 80,985 miles at its MOT on 15 Sept 2026, an average of 8,216 miles a year.
Has V1 RCV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V1 RCV has failed 2 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on V1 RCV 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 V1 RCV find?
V1 RCV passed its latest MOT on 15 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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