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B16 ETR

2018 BMW 420

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Dec 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

52,322 mi
Last recorded52,322 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2018 BMW 42039,991 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB16 ETR
MakeBMW
Model420
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 52,322 miles

Under trays present

Pass 16 Dec 2024 47,533 miles

engine covers / under trays fitted

Fail 13 Dec 2024 47,513 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

engine covers / under trays fitted

Pass 4 Dec 2023 42,102 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 28 Dec 2022 36,468 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2021 25,784 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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B16 ETR is a 2018 BMW 420 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 B16 ETR?

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What year was B16 ETR registered?

B16 ETR is a 2018 BMW 420, first registered on 30 November 2018.

Is B16 ETR safe to buy?

The MOT history for B16 ETR shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does B16 ETR have outstanding finance?

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