1991 BMW 5202.0L PETROL

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, though the maintenance history indicates a period of significant inactivity in recent years. The last recorded test in February 2016 at 89,264 miles noted an advisory for an offside front inner track rod end ball joint with slight play. Since no MOT has been performed for over a decade, the current roadworthiness of the vehicle is unverified and the mechanical condition has likely deteriorated due to prolonged storage rather than active component wear. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 35-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,550 miles per year. Data shows very consistent slow usage between 2007 and 2016, where the car covered only 6,415 miles over nine years. However, the ten-year gap between the final 2016 entry and the current date of 2026 suggests the vehicle has sat stationary for an extended period. Such patterns often lead to the degradation of rubber components, fluid breakdown, and internal engine seals despite the low odometer reading. A prospective buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension and steering geometry, as the 2013 test flagged movement in both Macpherson strut upper attachments and the 2016 test identified a failing track rod end. The 2013 report also noted the underside was covered in paint, which prevents a definitive assessment of structural integrity and corrosion levels. Given the age and the reported rusty brake discs in 2013 followed by a decade of inactivity, the braking system must be checked for seized calipers, perished hoses, and significant surface pitting before any road use occurs.