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OV17 UVG

2017 BMW 420

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

81,315 mi
Last recorded81,315 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2026
Typical for 2017 BMW 42048,418 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV17 UVG
MakeBMW
Model420
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2026 81,315 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2025 76,749 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2024 70,237 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2024 70,237 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Sep 2023 29,558 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 18 Sep 2023 65,637 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2022 57,890 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Fail 26 Sep 2022 57,890 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 9 Sep 2021 51,890 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 47,944 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2020

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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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OV17 UVG is a 2017 BMW 420 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 OV17 UVG?

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What year was OV17 UVG registered?

OV17 UVG is a 2017 BMW 420, first registered on 31 March 2017.

Is OV17 UVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV17 UVG shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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