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CV17 VVT

2017 BMW 420

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jan 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

61,973 mi
Last recorded61,973 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2026
Typical for 2017 BMW 42048,418 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV17 VVT
MakeBMW
Model420
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2026 61,973 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2025 46,938 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2025 46,938 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Jan 2024 35,403 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2023 24,011 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 23,665 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 19,426 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2020 15,573 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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CV17 VVT is a 2017 BMW 420 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2017 BMW 420 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 48,418 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 9 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 CV17 VVT?

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What year was CV17 VVT registered?

CV17 VVT is a 2017 BMW 420, first registered on 31 March 2017.

Is CV17 VVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for CV17 VVT shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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