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2016 BMW 4202.0L Diesel

RL05 CUT

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BMW 420 (2016, Diesel, 1995cc) — mileage recorded at 69,324. MOT status: valid. Road tax: not taxed. Check full history before buying.

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Expires 22/03/2027
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Fuel
Diesel
Year
2016
Engine
1995cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle presents a mixed maintenance profile that has recently shifted from consumable wear towards mechanical concerns. While the most recent test on 19 March 2026 at 69,324 miles resulted in a pass, the tester flagged a rear oil leak and fluctuating front service brakes. This represents a departure from the clean record seen in March 2025 at 55,474 miles, suggesting that mechanical components are beginning to show their age. The trend indicates a transition from simple tyre maintenance to more complex engine and braking system issues. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 6,900 miles per year. The record shows steady usage, moving from 30,619 miles in July 2019 to the current 69,324 miles. There are no significant gaps in usage or periods of prolonged inactivity evident in the data. The progression from 39,095 miles in October 2020 to 69,324 miles in March 2026 demonstrates a predictable and stable driving pattern. A prospective buyer must prioritise a physical inspection of the braking system and the engine bay. The March 2026 advisory regarding fluctuating front service brakes warrants a check for warped discs or sticking calipers. The reported rear oil leak requires careful investigation to determine if it is a minor seal issue or a more significant gasket failure that could lead to further degradation. Given the history of tyre failures and uneven wear in 2022 and 2024, a thorough assessment of the suspension geometry and wheel alignment is also advisable to ensure the vehicle is not causing premature tyre degradation.

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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Live data last synced with DVSA: 31 Jul 2026, 01:00
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle presents a mixed maintenance profile that has recently shifted from consumable wear towards mechanical concerns. While the most recent test on 19 March 2026 at 69,324 miles resulted in a pass, the tester flagged a rear oil leak and fluctuating front service brakes. This represents a departure from the clean record seen in March 2025 at 55,474 miles, suggesting that mechanical components are beginning to show their age. The trend indicates a transition from simple tyre maintenance to more complex engine and braking system issues. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 6,900 miles per year. The record shows steady usage, moving from 30,619 miles in July 2019 to the current 69,324 miles. There are no significant gaps in usage or periods of prolonged inactivity evident in the data. The progression from 39,095 miles in October 2020 to 69,324 miles in March 2026 demonstrates a predictable and stable driving pattern. A prospective buyer must prioritise a physical inspection of the braking system and the engine bay. The March 2026 advisory regarding fluctuating front service brakes warrants a check for warped discs or sticking calipers. The reported rear oil leak requires careful investigation to determine if it is a minor seal issue or a more significant gasket failure that could lead to further degradation. Given the history of tyre failures and uneven wear in 2022 and 2024, a thorough assessment of the suspension geometry and wheel alignment is also advisable to ensure the vehicle is not causing premature tyre degradation.

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AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

Checking the history for this 2016 BMW 420 (RL05 CUT), we found 5 MOT results in the period of March 2023 to March 2026.

Historically, this vehicle has passed 80% of its MOT tests, totaling 4 passes against 1 fails. This consistent performance at MOT centers suggests this vehicle has been kept in good order.

The most commonly flagged areas across all MOT tests are: Tyres (3 issues), Brakes (1 issue). These areas are worth paying attention to when inspecting this vehicle.

There are 4 advisory notices in the MOT history. Advisories are not failures but indicate areas that may need attention in the future.

A total of 1 failure item has been recorded across all tests. Recent failure items include: “Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”.

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