2008 BMW Z42.5L Petrol

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a pass on June 4, 2026, at 73,612 miles. However, the recent testing history reveals a period of reactive maintenance rather than proactive care. The car failed two tests within a single week in early June due to an insecure rear exhaust system, a serious fluid leak from the nearside front shock absorber, and high carbon monoxide emissions. While the exhaust issue appears to have been rectified, the sequence of failures suggests that mechanical faults were only addressed when they threatened the MOT certificate. The mileage profile is notably low for an 18-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,100 miles per year. There is a significant gap in usage between May 2024 at 71,096 miles and June 2025 at 71,100 miles, where the car covered only 4 miles in over a year. This low-use pattern often leads to accelerated degradation of rubber components and seals, which may be consistent with the pitted brake discs and worn suspension bushes noted in the 2025 tests. A buyer must inspect the front suspension closely, as the record shows a worn suspension arm bush in 2025 followed by a shock absorber failure in June 2026. The recurring mentions of pitted and scored brake discs across 2024 and 2025 indicate the vehicle has likely sat for long periods, allowing corrosion to form on metal surfaces. The high carbon monoxide reading in June 2026 also warrants a check of the engine health and oxygen sensors to ensure there are no underlying combustion issues or exhaust leaks beyond the loose mounting.