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2017 BMW 4 Series 3.0L Petrol · SG17 BCX

SG17 BCX

2017 BMW 4 Series (3.0L, petrol). First registered 05 May 2017. Recorded mileage 1,160 miles. MOT expired on 16 Aug 2026. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.

Make & Model
BMW 4 SERIES
Year / Origin
2017 · Glasgow
Safety Recall
None Outstanding
MOT Status
Expired on 16 Aug 2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
1,160 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 3.0L
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MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 16 Aug 2026
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2017
Engine
2979cc
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SG17 BCX Key Findings

  • 3 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 18/08/2025
  • 1,160 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded

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SG17 BCX MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 2 Sept 2026, 16:05
MOT Analysis

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3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2017 BMW 4 Series (SG17 BCX) between August 2022 and August 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.

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SG17 BCX Mileage History

  1. 01/08/2022993 mi
  2. 20/05/20241,128 mi+135 mi
  3. 18/08/20251,160 mi+32 mi

Average of roughly 55 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant
No Open Safety Recalls

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
63
/ 100 · Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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MOT Expired or Failed
Tax Status Unknown
Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
No outstanding recalls
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Buyer's Guide & Inspection Advisory

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Buying Score
88/100
Risk Level
Low
Low
Est. Annual Cost
£2,200-£2,800
Mileage
The recorded mileage is significantly be...

Our Verdict

This is a highly recommended example of

Given the extremely low mileage recorded—just 1,160 miles as of August 2025—your primary focus should be on whether the vehicle has been subject to long periods of inactivity. While the MOT history is clean, very low mileage on a petrol engine can sometimes lead to issues like battery degradation or tyre flat-spotting.

When inspecting, check the service history to ensure that even if the car hasn't been driven much, it has been serviced according to the manufacturer's time intervals. For a 2017 BMW, this is crucial for maintaining engine health. Negotiate based on the rarity of such low mileage, but ensure the price reflects the potential need for fresh fluids or rubber components that age regardless of distance travelled.

As a 2,979cc petrol model, running costs will be higher than the standard 4 Series diesel or smaller petrol variants. Expect higher fuel consumption and a higher insurance group due to the larger engine capacity.

Maintenance costs for BMW parts and specialist labour can be significant. However, because the mileage is so low, you may find that wear-and-tear items like brake pads and discs have not been used heavily. Annual running costs, including fuel, tax, insurance, and scheduled maintenance, are estimated to be in the mid-to-high range for this class of vehicle.

While this specific vehicle has no recorded MOT failures, the aggregate data for this model suggests you should pay close attention to the tyres, road wheel fixings, and shock absorbers, as these are the most common failure points for the 4 Series.

Specifically for this low-mileage example, inspect the tyres for age-related cracking (perishing) rather than tread depth, and check the battery health. Ensure there are no signs of fluid leaks under the engine bay, which can sometimes occur when a vehicle sits idle for extended periods.

Registered in May 2017, this white 2.9L petrol 4 Series has covered significantly less mileage than the model average of 7,454 miles per year. With only 1,160 miles recorded at its most recent MOT in August 2025, the vehicle appears to have been used very sparingly. The MOT history across three tests shows no failures or advisories, which is a notable trend for this specific registration.

Aggregate data from 1,413 analysed vehicles shows an 86.4% average MOT pass rate, with common issues relating to tyres, wheel fixings, and shock absorbers.

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