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2016 BMW 420 2.0L Diesel · TA15 HAD

TA15 HAD

2016 BMW 420 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 19/04/2016. Recorded mileage 65,848 miles. MOT valid until 13/04/2027.

Make & Model
BMW 420
Year / Origin
2016
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 13/04/2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
65,848 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 13/04/2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2016
Engine
1995cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle presents a stable maintenance profile with a clean roadworthiness status at its most recent inspection. The April 2026 test at 65,848 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded, indicating the car is currently meeting all required standards. This follows a clean pass in April 2025 at 59,257 miles, which was only preceded by a brief failure regarding non-conforming registration plates. The lack of recurring mechanical advisories suggests the vehicle has been kept in a consistent state of repair. The mileage accumulation is steady and aligns with typical usage for a ten-year-old vehicle. The car has covered 65,848 miles, averaging approximately 6,585 miles per year. The records show consistent annual progression, moving from 27,051 miles in February 2021 to 52,272 miles in March 2024, and reaching 65,848 miles by April 2026. This pattern suggests regular, predictable use rather than long periods of inactivity or sudden, heavy mileage spikes that could stress the drivetrain and suspension components. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the braking system. The March 2024 test at 52,272 miles flagged thin rear brake pads, which is a standard consumable wear item but necessitates checking the remaining thickness and the condition of the discs. While no structural corrosion or suspension issues have appeared in the recent history, the transition from the 2024 brake advisory to the clean 2025 and 2026 tests implies that maintenance has likely been performed. A manual check of the brake fluid condition and the integrity of the suspension bushes remains a prudent step given the vehicle's age.

TA15 HAD Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 14/04/2026
  • 65,848 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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TA15 HAD Mileage History

  1. 03/03/202342,843 mi
  2. 01/03/202452,272 mi+9,429 mi
  3. 15/04/202559,257 mi+6,985 mi
  4. 15/04/202559,257 mi
  5. 14/04/202665,848 mi+6,591 mi

Average of roughly 7,382 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

TA15 HAD MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 29 Jul 2026, 19:32
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 BMW 420 (TA15 HAD) between March 2023 and April 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 14 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 1 advisory notice is recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))”; “Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))”.

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