2013 BMW 5202.0L DIESEL

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a clear trend of improvement following previous mechanical repairs. The most recent MOT conducted in October 2025 at 110,927 miles resulted in a clean pass, indicating that the mechanical and structural concerns identified in prior years have been addressed. The transition from a 2023 failure to consecutive clean passes suggests the current owner is proactive regarding essential safety maintenance. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a 13-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,500 miles per year. The data shows regular usage patterns, with 3,841 miles covered between the October 2024 and 2025 tests, and another 5,515 miles between the October 2023 and 2024 tests. This steady interval suggests the car is used regularly enough to mitigate the risk of seized seals or brake corrosion often seen in lower mileage examples that suffer long periods of inactivity. A physical inspection should focus on the front-end suspension given the history of faults. The vehicle failed the 2023 test due to a fractured offside front coil spring and corrosion on the front anti-roll bar. While these were rectified, a buyer should check the integrity of the remaining rubber bushes and control arms to ensure that corrosion is not spreading across the subframe. The 2022 advisory regarding a nearside rear inner tyre worn to the edge also indicates potential alignment issues or worn shocks absorbers which should be verified against the current tyre wear patterns.