2016 BMW 420 2.0L Diesel · 65 KD

The 2016 BMW 420 presents a stable and highly consistent maintenance trend, demonstrating excellent ongoing care. The most recent MOT test conducted on 3 March 2026 at 117,455 miles passed with zero defects recorded. This flawless outcome mirrors the previous four annual assessments, indicating a vehicle that has remained entirely free of mechanical or structural advisories for at least the last four years. Such a clean record suggests diligent preventative maintenance and a lack of recurring faults. The mileage accumulation aligns closely with typical usage for a vehicle of this age, averaging roughly 11,746 miles per year. Analysing the intervals between tests reveals a steady driving pattern. Between the March 2022 test at 71,527 miles and the March 2023 test at 84,717 miles, the car covered 13,190 miles. The subsequent years saw 10,467 miles, 12,659 miles, and most recently 9,612 miles between February 2025 and March 2026. The slight reduction in the latest annual mileage might indicate a change in the owner's commuting habits or a period of lighter use, but the overall wear remains well within expected parameters for a decade-old executive coupe. Despite the absence of recorded defects, a physical inspection remains prudent given the vehicle's age and six-figure mileage. A buyer should closely examine the condition of the suspension bushes and coil springs, as these components endure significant stress around the 100,000-mile mark and can deteriorate without triggering an MOT failure until severe. The brake discs and pads require scrutiny for lipping and wear, while the tyres must be checked for uneven wear patterns that might hint at tracking issues or neglected geometry. Although the structural integrity appears sound based on the clean corrosion records, inspecting the underbody and subframes for surface rust provides extra assurance of long-term preservation.