2017 BMW 520 2.0L Diesel · 227 MEH

The vehicle remains in a roadworthy condition, passing its most recent test in April 2026 with 61,248 miles. The maintenance trend appears remarkably stable over the last four years, as the car achieved three clean passes between 2022 and 2025. The most recent advisory regarding the nearside and offside rear tyres being worn close to the legal limit and showing edge wear indicates a need for consumable replacement rather than a mechanical or structural failure. The mileage pattern is consistent with a low-use profile, averaging approximately 6,800 miles per annum. Between March 2022 at 31,069 miles and April 2026 at 61,248 miles, the vehicle has covered roughly 30,000 miles, suggesting regular but predictable usage. The lack of recorded defects across this five-year period indicates that the previous owners maintained the vehicle well and it has not been subjected to the heavy stress on rubber components and cooling systems often seen in high-mileage examples. A buyer should inspect the rear tyres in person to determine if the edge wear noted in the April 2026 test stems from an alignment issue or worn suspension bushes. While the MOT history is clean, the low mileage relative to the age warrants a check for dry rot in rubber hoses or perished seals which can occur when vehicles are not driven frequently. The absence of past structural corrosion or brake binding issues suggests the mechanical integrity of the chassis remains sound, but a physical inspection of the brake discs and pads is standard practice to ensure no pitting occurred during periods of standing use.