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BMW 5 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2017 · 1,995 cc

V40 LKNMOT history

V40 LKN is a blue diesel BMW 5 Series first used on 28 Jul 2017. Its MOT is valid until 27 Jul 2027 and it has passed 7 of 9 MOT tests, with 89,556 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jul 2026.

V40 LKN blue BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 5 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 27 Jul 2027
Mileage
89,556 mi
At MOT on 27 Jul 2026
MOT tests
9
7 passed · 2 failed
Per year
9,099 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V40 LKN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
5 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
28 Jul 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V40 LKN was last recorded at 89,556 miles on 27 Jul 2026, 16,468 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,088 miles · 19 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
16,468 miles
Average per year
9,099 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,556 miles
  • 2025 – 73,088 miles
  • 2024 – 68,034 miles
  • 2023 – 60,654 miles
  • 2022 – 53,602 miles
  • 2021 – 42,100 miles
  • 2020 – 34,700 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,556 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 Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

9 tests since 16 Jul 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,556 miles (+16,468)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    89,556 miles
    Test number
    391326882037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass73,088 miles (+5,054)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    73,088 miles
    Test number
    250405002765

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass68,034 miles (+7,380)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    68,034 miles
    Test number
    256143840834
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass60,654 miles (+7,052)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    60,654 miles
    Test number
    623766741068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass53,602 miles (+173)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    53,602 miles
    Test number
    842036969805
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  6. Fail53,429 miles (+11,329)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,429 miles
    Test number
    864849071027
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Pass42,100 miles (+153)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    42,100 miles
    Test number
    184210568285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail41,947 miles (+7,247)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,947 miles
    Test number
    270968035675
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily worn on outer edge, very perished/cracked, deep cuts, recommend replacing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily worn on outer edge, very perished/cracked recommend replacing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished/cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass34,700 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    34,700 miles
    Test number
    967285428942
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on edges and cuts in tread.

Questions about V40 LKN

Does V40 LKN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V40 LKN is valid until 27 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on V40 LKN?
The MOT on V40 LKN is valid until 27 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V40 LKN done?
V40 LKN was recorded at 89,556 miles at its MOT on 27 Jul 2026, an average of 9,099 miles a year.
Has V40 LKN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V40 LKN has failed 2 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on V40 LKN 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 V40 LKN find?
V40 LKN passed its latest MOT on 27 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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