2015 BMW 520 2.0L Diesel · FM15 AEP

The vehicle currently holds a clean roadworthiness status with a stable maintenance trend despite its high mileage. The most recent MOT test in April 2025 at 163,146 miles resulted in a pass with no recorded defects, following a failure just two days prior. This suggests that the owner is proactive in addressing immediate issues identified by the tester, ensuring the vehicle meets the minimum standard for road use without outstanding structural or major mechanical failures. At 163,146 miles over 11 years, this BMW has covered an average of approximately 14,800 miles annually, which sits above the national average for its age. The data shows consistent heavy usage, with 12,700 miles covered between May 2023 and April 2024, and another 14,590 miles between April 2024 and April 2025. This steady mileage accumulation typically indicates long-distance driving which can be gentler on the drivetrain and suspension compared to frequent short-distance city trips. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the high-wear components most susceptible to this level of mileage. Given the distance, the front suspension control arm bushes, coil springs, and shock absorbers require close scrutiny for tearing or fluid leaks. You should also inspect the brake discs for thinning and the calipers for signs of binding resulting from consistent motorway travel. While the MOT history is clean of structural advisories, the high mileage means that rubber components and cooling system plastics are likely nearing the end of their operational life cycles.