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R21 TLB

2017 BMW 420

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Feb 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

53,479 mi
Last recorded53,479 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2017 BMW 42048,418 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR21 TLB
MakeBMW
Model420
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 53,479 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2024 45,173 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2023 40,657 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2022 29,823 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2022 29,220 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 26,221 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in zone B (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2020 20,774 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2020 20,774 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Tread Cut, Cords Felt & Visible (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Sidewall Lump (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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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R21 TLB 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 R21 TLB?

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What year was R21 TLB registered?

R21 TLB is a 2017 BMW 420, first registered on 31 October 2017.

Is R21 TLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R21 TLB 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.

Does R21 TLB have outstanding finance?

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