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BMW 2202017 · 2.0L DIESEL

TW02 ALF

Vehicle Insight Summary

This 2017 BMW 220 is a DIESEL vehicle with a 1995cc engine. Currently it has a valid MOT and is taxed for road use. The latest recorded mileage is 78,713.

MOT
Valid
Expires 05/05/2027
Tax
Taxed
Expires 01/09/2026
Fuel
DIESEL
Year
2017
Engine
1995cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, having passed its most recent MOT test on 7 May 2026 at 78,713 miles with no defects recorded. The maintenance trend shows significant improvement following a period of neglect in early 2023. Since the rectification of multiple failures during that year, the car has maintained a clean record, suggesting that the current owner is addressing identified mechanical issues rather than ignoring them. The mileage pattern is consistent with a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,700 miles per year. There is a notable gap of 15,273 miles recorded between the March 2024 test (59,894 miles) and the April 2025 test (75,167 miles), indicating a period of higher annual usage compared to previous years. However, the subsequent 3,546 miles covered over the last thirteen months show the vehicle is currently in regular, consistent use, which helps prevent the degradation of seals and rubber components. A buyer should specifically inspect the braking system in person, as the March 2023 failure at 42,055 miles revealed both front and rear pads worn to the wear indicators. While these were clearly replaced, the remaining life of the current pads and the condition of the discs should be checked for uneven wear or heat scoring. The 2025 advisory regarding a damaged windscreen also suggests a history of stone chip impacts or impact damage, so a visual inspection of the glass is necessary to ensure no new cracks have developed since the last test.

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/ 100 · Good

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✓ Valid MOT
✓ Taxed
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
✗ Outstanding recall notice
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Full MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: Jun 19, 2026, 04:02 PM
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, having passed its most recent MOT test on 7 May 2026 at 78,713 miles with no defects recorded. The maintenance trend shows significant improvement following a period of neglect in early 2023. Since the rectification of multiple failures during that year, the car has maintained a clean record, suggesting that the current owner is addressing identified mechanical issues rather than ignoring them. The mileage pattern is consistent with a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,700 miles per year. There is a notable gap of 15,273 miles recorded between the March 2024 test (59,894 miles) and the April 2025 test (75,167 miles), indicating a period of higher annual usage compared to previous years. However, the subsequent 3,546 miles covered over the last thirteen months show the vehicle is currently in regular, consistent use, which helps prevent the degradation of seals and rubber components. A buyer should specifically inspect the braking system in person, as the March 2023 failure at 42,055 miles revealed both front and rear pads worn to the wear indicators. While these were clearly replaced, the remaining life of the current pads and the condition of the discs should be checked for uneven wear or heat scoring. The 2025 advisory regarding a damaged windscreen also suggests a history of stone chip impacts or impact damage, so a visual inspection of the glass is necessary to ensure no new cracks have developed since the last test.

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AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

Checking the history for this 2017 BMW 220 (TW02 ALF), we found 5 MOT results in the period of March 2023 to May 2026.

The vehicle has achieved an overall 80% pass rate, with 4 passes and 1 failure recorded. The car boasts an impressive record, which typically reflects a conscientious ownership history.

The most commonly flagged areas across all MOT tests are: Tyres (4 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Windscreen (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 2 failure items have been recorded across all tests. Recent failure items include: “Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))”; “Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))”.

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