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BMW 420

Black · Petrol · 2014 · 1,997 cc

Y20 BXYMOT history

Y20 BXY is a black petrol BMW 420 first used on 30 Mar 2014. Its MOT is valid until 26 Nov 2026 and it has passed 10 of 17 MOT tests, with 79,862 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Nov 2025.

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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Nov 2026
Mileage
79,862 mi
At MOT on 27 Nov 2025
MOT tests
17
10 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,888 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y20 BXY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
420
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
30 Mar 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y20 BXY was last recorded at 79,862 miles on 27 Nov 2025, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,861 miles · 26 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
6,888 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 79,862 miles
  • 2024 – 65,407 miles
  • 2023 – 62,408 miles
  • 2022 – 54,578 miles
  • 2021 – 46,335 miles
  • 2020 – 41,601 miles
  • 2019 – 37,715 miles
  • 2018 – 29,482 miles
  • 2017 – 19,738 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,862 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.

  • Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 16% imbalance

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6 - 2 mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Under trays + engine covers fitted when tested

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

17 tests since 6 Mar 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,862 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    79,862 miles
    Test number
    161510772495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail79,861 miles (+3,551)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,861 miles
    Test number
    487800873614
    • MajorBrake disc significantly and obviously worn front+rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  3. Pass76,310 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    76,310 miles
    Test number
    325727378011
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryFront washers struggling to hit screen suspect blocked

  4. Fail76,310 miles (+10,903)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,310 miles
    Test number
    466703222330
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryFront washers struggling to hit screen suspect blocked

  5. Pass65,407 miles (+2,999)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    65,407 miles
    Test number
    420337637294
    • 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))

  6. Pass62,408 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    62,408 miles
    Test number
    136145984357
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 16% imbalance (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6 - 2 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays + engine covers fitted when tested

  7. Fail62,408 miles (+7,830)1 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,408 miles
    Test number
    158765555603
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Exhaust silencer insecure clamp split (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 16% imbalance (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6 - 2 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays + engine covers fitted when tested

  8. Pass54,578 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    54,578 miles
    Test number
    235293326054
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust clamp front cracked

  9. Fail54,578 miles (+8,243)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,578 miles
    Test number
    789888237826
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust clamp front cracked

  10. Pass46,335 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    46,335 miles
    Test number
    250201782375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail46,335 miles (+4,734)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,335 miles
    Test number
    381568082926
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  12. Pass41,601 miles (+3,886)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    41,601 miles
    Test number
    831133231278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass37,715 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    37,715 miles
    Test number
    376903421919

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail37,713 miles (+8,231)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,713 miles
    Test number
    401383718483
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

  15. Pass29,482 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    29,482 miles
    Test number
    388864755208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail29,481 miles (+9,743)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,481 miles
    Test number
    354098356001
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass19,738 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    19,738 miles
    Test number
    580275839942
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.4mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

Questions about Y20 BXY

Does Y20 BXY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y20 BXY is valid until 26 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y20 BXY?
The MOT on Y20 BXY is valid until 26 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y20 BXY done?
Y20 BXY was recorded at 79,862 miles at its MOT on 27 Nov 2025, an average of 6,888 miles a year.
Has Y20 BXY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y20 BXY has failed 7 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on Y20 BXY 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 Y20 BXY find?
Y20 BXY passed its latest MOT on 27 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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