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BMW 420

White · Diesel · 2015 · 1,995 cc

X8 ESMMOT history

X8 ESM is a white diesel BMW 420 first used on 30 Oct 2015. Its MOT is valid until 10 Sept 2027 and it has passed 9 of 12 MOT tests, with 65,288 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Sept 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Sept 2027
Mileage
65,288 mi
At MOT on 10 Sept 2026
MOT tests
12
9 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,396 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X8 ESM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
420
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
30 Oct 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X8 ESM was last recorded at 65,288 miles on 10 Sept 2026, 2,500 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
62,788 miles · 11 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
2,500 miles
Average per year
3,396 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 65,288 miles
  • 2025 – 62,788 miles
  • 2024 – 59,575 miles
  • 2023 – 58,566 miles
  • 2022 – 56,563 miles
  • 2021 – 54,105 miles
  • 2020 – 51,603 miles
  • 2019 – 47,686 miles
  • 2018 – 38,491 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass65,288 miles
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

12 tests since 20 Oct 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass65,288 miles (+2,500)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    65,288 miles
    Test number
    754134836786
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass62,788 miles (+3,213)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    62,788 miles
    Test number
    127560916627
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass59,575 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    59,575 miles
    Test number
    925688223063
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear under powder coating (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear under powder coating (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive at rear diff. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail59,573 miles (+1,007)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,573 miles
    Test number
    391407092285
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear under powder coating (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear under powder coating (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive at rear diff. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass58,566 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    58,566 miles
    Test number
    187010864524
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

  6. Fail58,566 miles (+2,003)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,566 miles
    Test number
    910900447534
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

  7. Pass56,563 miles (+2,458)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    56,563 miles
    Test number
    373761945272
    • AdvisoryOffside Oil leak, but not excessive differential seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass54,105 miles (+2,502)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    54,105 miles
    Test number
    146051256327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass51,603 miles (+3,917)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    51,603 miles
    Test number
    167405070550
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass47,686 miles (+9,195)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    47,686 miles
    Test number
    148352743210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass38,491 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    38,491 miles
    Test number
    274929975631

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail38,491 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,491 miles
    Test number
    762609459035
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Questions about X8 ESM

Does X8 ESM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X8 ESM is valid until 10 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on X8 ESM?
The MOT on X8 ESM is valid until 10 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X8 ESM done?
X8 ESM was recorded at 65,288 miles at its MOT on 10 Sept 2026, an average of 3,396 miles a year.
Has X8 ESM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X8 ESM has failed 3 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on X8 ESM 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 X8 ESM find?
X8 ESM passed its latest MOT on 10 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear close to limit.

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