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A212 SHP

2018 BMW 420

Grey Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

94,953 mi
Last recorded94,953 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 2018 BMW 42039,991 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA212 SHP
MakeBMW
Model420
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 94,953 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Mar 2026 58,640 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2025 79,852 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2025 50,318 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2024 45,653 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2024 64,236 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 2 Apr 2024 64,235 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Oct 2023 29,333 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2023 44,614 miles

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

under trays fitted

Pass 19 Dec 2022 23,894 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2022 28,529 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2021 21,622 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 420?

Based on 520,588 MOT tests across 70,570 vehicles.

86.5%
Pass Rate
7,417
Miles/Year
13
Year Lifespan
70,570
On UK Roads
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A212 SHP is a 2018 BMW 420 in Grey with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2018 BMW 420 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 39,991 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The BMW 420 typically stays on UK roads for around 13 years. At 8 years old, this BMW 420 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A212 SHP?

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What year was A212 SHP registered?

A212 SHP is a 2018 BMW 420, first registered on 31 July 2018.

Is A212 SHP safe to buy?

The MOT history for A212 SHP shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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