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YL17 EXV

2017 BMW 420

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

69,263 mi
Last recorded69,263 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2026
Typical for 2017 BMW 42048,418 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL17 EXV
MakeBMW
Model420
Year2017
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2026 69,263 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2025 61,047 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2024 51,982 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2023 42,755 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2022 35,560 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 25,564 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2021 25,564 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 28 Feb 2020 18,507 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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YL17 EXV is a 2017 BMW 420 in White 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 YL17 EXV?

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What year was YL17 EXV registered?

YL17 EXV is a 2017 BMW 420, first registered on 31 August 2017.

Is YL17 EXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL17 EXV 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 YL17 EXV have outstanding finance?

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