2002 BMW 5252.5L Petrol

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on the most recent MOT data. The latest test conducted on 2 November 2022 at 150,291 miles resulted in a clean pass with no defects or advisories recorded. This follows a similarly unblemished result from the 2021 test, suggesting that the vehicle maintained its mechanical integrity and structural soundness during that recorded period. The mileage pattern is consistent with the vehicle's twenty-four-year age, averaging approximately 6,262 miles per year. Between the October 2021 and November 2022 tests the car covered 1,749 miles, which indicates a period of low usage or seasonal storage. This low annual accumulation generally reduces wear on consumable components like brake discs and tyres, though it can increase the risk of rubber degradation and fluid ingress if the vehicle has sat stationary for extended periods. Since the last recorded MOT was performed over three years ago, a physical inspection is essential to identify any issues that have developed in the absence of testing. A buyer must scrutinise the structural integrity for corrosion, particularly around the sills and subframes, as these are common failure points for this era of BMW. Given the age of the car, attention should also focus on perished suspension bushes, leaking shock absorbers, and brake fluid condition that would not necessarily be captured in a previous MOT test.