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FL17 SOA

2017 BMW 420

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

124,198 mi
Last recorded124,198 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2026
Typical for 2017 BMW 42048,418 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL17 SOA
MakeBMW
Model420
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2026 124,198 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2025 92,166 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2024 71,780 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 65,498 miles

covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Aug 2022 55,592 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 42,694 miles

covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 28 Jul 2021 42,694 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Aug 2020 32,209 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2020 32,031 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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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FL17 SOA is a 2017 BMW 420 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 FL17 SOA?

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What year was FL17 SOA registered?

FL17 SOA is a 2017 BMW 420, first registered on 27 March 2017.

Is FL17 SOA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL17 SOA shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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