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BMW 420

Black · Diesel · 2015 · 1,995 cc

Y1 MDOMOT history

Y1 MDO is a black diesel BMW 420 first used on 30 Apr 2015. Its MOT is valid until 20 Apr 2027 and it has passed 8 of 13 MOT tests, with 173,069 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Apr 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Apr 2027
Mileage
173,069 mi
At MOT on 21 Apr 2026
MOT tests
13
8 passed · 5 failed
Per year
17,503 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y1 MDO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
420
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
30 Apr 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y1 MDO was last recorded at 173,069 miles on 21 Apr 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
173,069 miles · 17 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
17,503 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 173,069 miles
  • 2025 – 157,620 miles
  • 2024 – 136,608 miles
  • 2023 – 108,970 miles
  • 2022 – 83,679 miles
  • 2021 – 67,923 miles
  • 2019 – 45,869 miles
  • 2018 – 33,140 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass173,069 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOne number plate light not workingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisorySmall play in both top mountsRecorded 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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2026

Full MOT history

13 tests since 23 Apr 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass173,069 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    173,069 miles
    Test number
    443921882300
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOne number plate light not working
    • AdvisorySmall play in both top mounts
  2. Fail173,069 miles (+15,449)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,069 miles
    Test number
    775870460536
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOne number plate light not working
    • AdvisorySmall play in both top mounts
  3. Pass157,620 miles (+21,012)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    157,620 miles
    Test number
    732580148262
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass136,608 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    136,608 miles
    Test number
    221258916334
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Fail136,604 miles (+27,634)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,604 miles
    Test number
    191520843302
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
  6. Pass108,970 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    108,970 miles
    Test number
    827164011873
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  7. Fail108,970 miles (+25,291)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,970 miles
    Test number
    710319975697
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  8. Pass83,679 miles (+808)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    83,679 miles
    Test number
    412337058285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail82,871 miles (+14,948)1 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,871 miles
    Test number
    819196392934
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure + nails in tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak engine bay (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass67,923 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    67,923 miles
    Test number
    704569785272
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  11. Fail67,923 miles (+22,054)1 dangerous1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,923 miles
    Test number
    487020315448
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  12. Pass45,869 miles (+12,729)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    45,869 miles
    Test number
    323929461245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass33,140 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    33,140 miles
    Test number
    165697981095
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about Y1 MDO

Does Y1 MDO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y1 MDO is valid until 20 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y1 MDO?
The MOT on Y1 MDO is valid until 20 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y1 MDO done?
Y1 MDO was recorded at 173,069 miles at its MOT on 21 Apr 2026, an average of 17,503 miles a year.
Has Y1 MDO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y1 MDO has failed 5 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on Y1 MDO 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 Y1 MDO find?
Y1 MDO passed its latest MOT on 21 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; one number plate light not working; small play in both top mounts.

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