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Y12 REF

2023 BMW 420

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jul 2027
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

66,503 mi
Last recorded66,503 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY12 REF
MakeBMW
Model420
Year2023
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 66,503 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2026 66,493 miles

Offside Rear Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Offside Front Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (Front Bush) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Drive Shaft Seal (Rear Diff) (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Apr 2026 61,471 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2025 52,000 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/40/18Y (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive Offside rear diff seal area damp (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both sides, just starting (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Jul 2024 42,691 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2023 36,466 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2023 36,465 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (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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Y12 REF is a 2023 BMW 420 in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

The BMW 420 typically stays on UK roads for around 13 years. At 3 years old, this BMW 420 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was Y12 REF registered?

Y12 REF is a 2023 BMW 420, first registered on 21 April 2023.

Is Y12 REF safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y12 REF shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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