2014 BMW 420 2.0L Petrol · TH64 ANH

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, maintaining a consistent pass record over the last four years. Although the most recent test on 10 October 2025 at 113,262 miles initially showed a failure, the immediate subsequent pass on the same day with no recorded defects suggests an administrative error or a minor system-related glitch rather than a mechanical failure. Since that anomaly, the car has operated without recorded defects, indicating that the primary mechanical and safety components remain within acceptable parameters. At 113,262 miles, the vehicle averages approximately 9,438 miles per year, which aligns closely with UK national averages for a twelve-year-old car. The mileage progression is remarkably steady, showing an increase of roughly 9,600 miles between October 2022 and 2023, and another 7,669 miles between the 2023 and 2024 tests. This regular usage suggests consistent vehicle operation rather than long periods of stagnation, which is generally beneficial for maintaining seals, rubber bushings, and brake components that can suffer from corrosion or seizing when left idle. The lack of recurring advisories in the history suggests the previous owners addressed minor wear before it escalated into MOT failures. However, a buyer should still perform a physical inspection of the suspension system, specifically the control arms and bushings, as these are common wear points on BMW chassis of this mileage. Given the age of the vehicle, checking for corrosion on the underbody and the condition of the brake discs is prudent, as the MOT only flags structural integrity issues once rust reaches a specific threshold of degradation.