2014 BMW 730 3.0L Diesel · VU14 AFA

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT on 29 April 2026 at 126 218 miles, but the tester flagged play in the steering rack inner joints and worn front lower suspension arm bushes (5.3.4 (a)(i)). The pattern of failures has reduced markedly since the 2022‑2023 period when multiple tyre bulges, a fractured rear wheel and a front wheel‑bearing fault were recorded. Recent entries show only advisories rather than outright failures, indicating an improving maintenance trend despite the persistent suspension wear. Mileage accumulation has been steady at roughly 10 500 miles per year since 2017, when the car recorded 26 395 miles. The MOT schedule remained annual up to 2025, with the latest test occurring in April rather than the usual May window, but the interval between tests stayed within a month. The gap between the 2025‑04‑25 failure (118 552 miles) and the subsequent 2025‑05‑02 pass (118 554 miles) suggests a rapid repair cycle, while the overall mileage progression shows no anomalous jumps or stalls. A prospective buyer should inspect the steering rack for excessive play, examine the front lower suspension bushes for wear, and test the front wheel bearings for excessive play. The rear tyres should be checked for uneven tread depth and any signs of the previous fracture on the rear road wheel. Brake discs and callipers should be inspected for corrosion or binding, and the exhaust system examined for leaks given the vehicle’s age and mileage. A thorough visual check for rust around the rear wheel arch and suspension mount points will also reveal any structural degradation not captured in the MOT advisories.