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FP17 ETY

2017 BMW 420

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

82,466 mi
Last recorded82,466 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2017 BMW 42048,418 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP17 ETY
MakeBMW
Model420
Year2017
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 82,466 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 28 Jan 2025 79,429 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2024 72,526 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides front discs getting lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Jan 2024 72,525 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides front discs getting lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2023 66,562 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2023 66,559 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2022 58,608 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2021 49,502 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2020 46,103 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

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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FP17 ETY is a 2017 BMW 420 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FP17 ETY?

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What year was FP17 ETY registered?

FP17 ETY is a 2017 BMW 420, first registered on 31 March 2017.

Is FP17 ETY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP17 ETY shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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