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BMW 420

White · Diesel · 2016 · 1,995 cc

Y214 DATMOT history

Y214 DAT is a white diesel BMW 420 first used on 19 Aug 2016. Its MOT is valid until 5 Dec 2026 and it has passed 7 of 10 MOT tests, with 97,248 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Dec 2025.

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MOT
Valid
Until 5 Dec 2026
Mileage
97,248 mi
At MOT on 5 Dec 2025
MOT tests
10
7 passed · 3 failed
Per year
12,367 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y214 DAT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
420
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
19 Aug 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y214 DAT was last recorded at 97,248 miles on 5 Dec 2025, 175 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,073 miles · 28 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
175 miles
Average per year
12,367 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 97,248 miles
  • 2024 – 84,194 miles
  • 2023 – 74,062 miles
  • 2022 – 61,748 miles
  • 2021 – 48,166 miles
  • 2020 – 35,715 miles
  • 2019 – 20,897 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,248 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread worn smooth on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Differential/Drive shafts - oil seals (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency close to minimum requirementRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn outer edge.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn inner edge.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn outer edge.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn inner edge and has 2mm of central tread.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

10 tests since 3 Oct 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,248 miles (+175)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    97,248 miles
    Test number
    292710630466
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread worn smooth on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Differential/Drive shafts - oil seals (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency close to minimum requirement
  2. Fail97,073 miles (+12,879)1 dangerous2 major1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,073 miles
    Test number
    827539268174
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high Adjusted (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread worn smooth on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Differential/Drive shafts - oil seals (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency close to minimum requirement
  3. Pass84,194 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    84,194 miles
    Test number
    931806413812
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement t.r.c arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement t.c.a. front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Fail84,192 miles (+10,130)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,192 miles
    Test number
    932464301518
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm tyre bald on both sides of tread 225/40/19 89y r.f.t bridgesatone (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement t.r.c arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement t.c.a. front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass74,062 miles (+12,314)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    74,062 miles
    Test number
    186289525208
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass61,748 miles (+13,582)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    61,748 miles
    Test number
    909351264203
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  7. Pass48,166 miles (+12,451)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    48,166 miles
    Test number
    864491745169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass35,715 miles (+14,818)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    35,715 miles
    Test number
    324749946352
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
  9. Pass20,897 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    20,897 miles
    Test number
    774113415926
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn outer edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn outer edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn inner edge and has 2mm of central tread. (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Fail20,895 miles1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,895 miles
    Test number
    915480521274
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing Missing 1 wheel bolt. (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn outer edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn outer edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn inner edge and has 2mm of central tread. (5.2.3 (e))

Questions about Y214 DAT

Does Y214 DAT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y214 DAT is valid until 5 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y214 DAT?
The MOT on Y214 DAT is valid until 5 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y214 DAT done?
Y214 DAT was recorded at 97,248 miles at its MOT on 5 Dec 2025, an average of 12,367 miles a year.
Has Y214 DAT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y214 DAT has failed 3 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on Y214 DAT 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 Y214 DAT find?
Y214 DAT passed its latest MOT on 5 Dec 2025 with 3 advisories: offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread worn smooth on outer edge; oil leak, but not excessive differential/drive shafts - oil seals; parking brake efficiency close to minimum requirement.

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