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BMW 730

Black · Diesel · 2010 · 2,993 cc

V20 DANMOT history

V20 DAN is a black diesel BMW 730 first used on 25 Jun 2010. Its MOT is valid until 11 Jan 2027 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 148,262 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Dec 2025.

V20 DAN black BMW 7 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 7 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 11 Jan 2027
Mileage
148,262 mi
At MOT on 15 Dec 2025
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
9,272 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V20 DAN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
730
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
25 Jun 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V20 DAN was last recorded at 148,262 miles on 15 Dec 2025, 3,623 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,639 miles · 13 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
3,623 miles
Average per year
9,272 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 148,262 miles
  • 2024 – 144,639 miles
  • 2023 – 135,038 miles
  • 2022 – 124,557 miles
  • 2021 – 116,336 miles
  • 2019 – 106,858 miles
  • 2018 – 97,873 miles
  • 2017 – 86,614 miles
  • 2016 – 74,972 miles
  • 2015 – 59,848 miles
  • 2014 – 49,049 miles
  • 2013 – 35,453 miles
  • 2012 – 27,838 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,262 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn FRONT

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

18 tests since 19 Dec 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,262 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    148,262 miles
    Test number
    497641071346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail148,260 miles (+3,621)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,260 miles
    Test number
    837259649175
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass144,639 miles (+3,356)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    144,639 miles
    Test number
    327046526281
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass141,283 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    141,283 miles
    Test number
    532831916862
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail141,277 miles (+6,239)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,277 miles
    Test number
    713021130918
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn FRONT (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass135,038 miles (+10,481)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    135,038 miles
    Test number
    347292643347
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass124,557 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    124,557 miles
    Test number
    450396941078
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail124,557 miles (+8,221)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,557 miles
    Test number
    752786362709
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass116,336 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    116,336 miles
    Test number
    780726416335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail116,336 miles (+9,478)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,336 miles
    Test number
    841933456502
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass106,858 miles (+8,985)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    106,858 miles
    Test number
    527728038934
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass97,873 miles (+11,259)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2019
    Odometer
    97,873 miles
    Test number
    669005277767
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint has slight play both front lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre wearing on inner edge & side wall

  13. Pass86,614 miles (+11,642)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2018
    Odometer
    86,614 miles
    Test number
    311017819052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass74,972 miles (+15,124)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2017
    Odometer
    74,972 miles
    Test number
    379445545154
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit all 4 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn outer edges
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & undertrays fitted

  15. Pass59,848 miles (+10,799)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    59,848 miles
    Test number
    999201995096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass49,049 miles (+13,596)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    49,049 miles
    Test number
    366237154111
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass35,453 miles (+7,615)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    35,453 miles
    Test number
    236384693411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass27,838 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    27,838 miles
    Test number
    766344852304
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about V20 DAN

Does V20 DAN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V20 DAN is valid until 11 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on V20 DAN?
The MOT on V20 DAN is valid until 11 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V20 DAN done?
V20 DAN was recorded at 148,262 miles at its MOT on 15 Dec 2025, an average of 9,272 miles a year.
Has V20 DAN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V20 DAN has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on V20 DAN 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 V20 DAN find?
V20 DAN passed its latest MOT on 15 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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