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HW02 SAM

2017 BMW 420

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Nov 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

90,878 mi
Last recorded90,878 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2017 BMW 42048,418 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW02 SAM
MakeBMW
Model420
Year2017
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 90,878 miles

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

Nearside Front fog lamp not working pre 2018

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2024 76,207 miles

Nearside Front fog lamp not working pre 2018

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

Fail 15 Nov 2024 76,047 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm cord exposed (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front fog lamp not working pre 2018

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge / no cord exposed (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 5 Jan 2024 66,911 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower front fog lamp not working pre 1 march2018

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

Pass 16 Feb 2023 54,281 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2021 40,341 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 27,082 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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HW02 SAM is a 2017 BMW 420 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 HW02 SAM?

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What year was HW02 SAM registered?

HW02 SAM is a 2017 BMW 420, first registered on 26 October 2017.

Is HW02 SAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for HW02 SAM shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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