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2021 BMW 420 2.0L Petrol · AP21 PYA

AP21 PYA

2021 BMW 420 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 23 Jul 2021. Recorded mileage 42,079 miles. MOT valid until 12 Nov 2026.

Make & Model
BMW 420
Year / Origin
2021 · Norwich
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 12 Nov 2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
42,079 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
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Valid until 12 Nov 2026
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2021
Engine
1998cc
Mechanical Assessment

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A completely unblemished regulatory record defines this vehicle's history, marked by three consecutive pass certificates and zero recorded advisories or failures across its testing timeline. The most recent examination on the seventh of November 2025 resulted in a clean pass with no defects noted by the examiner. This follows an identical fault-free test in late 2024 and an earlier check in July 2024, demonstrating consistent roadworthiness compliance and establishing a stable regulatory profile over the monitored period. Accumulating forty-two thousand and seventy-nine miles over its five-year lifespan yields an average of roughly eight thousand four hundred miles annually, an entirely typical usage rate for this class of modern executive vehicle. This measured accumulation pace avoids the mechanical complications associated with both severe high-mileage fleet use and extended stationary lay-ups. Drivetrain components, steering assemblies, and electronic control modules have experienced steady, regular deployment without enduring the accelerated thermal cycling or excessive wear typical of hard commercial duty. Because no component wear, structural corrosion, or fluid leaks have ever been flagged in official testing, physical inspection on the test drive requires focusing on baseline mechanical integrity. Prospective buyers should listen closely for any unusual suspension clunks, rattles, or excessive harshness over sharp road imperfections, paying attention to the multi-link axle setups and damper performance. Tracking stability must be verified under braking and acceleration, ensuring the steering wheel remains centered and free from vibrations, while the brake pedal should feel firm and progressive without any lateral pull or judder. Given the absence of prior advisories, the pre-purchase inspection should still involve a thorough physical examination of the underside, checking the brake lines, steering rack gaiters, and underbody aerodynamic panels for any unexpected degradation or weeping. The turbocharged engine bay and transmission housing must be inspected for hidden oil misting or coolant residue that may not have developed sufficiently to trigger an MOT advisory. Verifying that all driver assistance electronics, parking sensors, and dashboard warning systems function correctly during a comprehensive road test will ensure the vehicle matches its pristine test record.
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AP21 PYA Key Findings

  • 3 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 07/11/2025
  • 42,079 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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AP21 PYA MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 4 Sept 2026, 11:29
MOT Analysis

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3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2021 BMW 420 (AP21 PYA) between July 2024 and November 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 0 failures.

No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY

AP21 PYA Mileage History

  1. 23/07/202433,236 mi
  2. 13/11/202435,395 mi+2,159 mi
  3. 07/11/202542,079 mi+6,684 mi

Average of roughly 6,844 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
92
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent

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