2018 BMW X3 2.0L Diesel · 1122 RD

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward more reactive component replacement. While the most recent test in September 2025 at 82,249 miles passed, the record introduced multiple advisories regarding tyres and front brake discs. This marks a departure from the clean test records seen between 2022 and 2024, suggesting that the vehicle is now entering a phase where high-wear components require more frequent attention. The mileage pattern is consistent with an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 10,300 miles per annum. The data shows a steady progression from 47,241 miles in September 2022 to 71,939 miles in September 2024, followed by another 10,310 miles leading to the 2025 test. The failure in September 2024 occurring just one mile after a previous test due to significant rear tyre damage indicates a momentary lapse in pre-test inspection that was rectified immediately before the subsequent pass. A buyer must specifically inspect the front braking system, as the September 2025 test flagged both nearside and offside front discs as worn, pitted, or scored. While these did not cause a failure, the condition suggests the discs are nearing the end of their service life. The offside front tyre also requires immediate attention as it is wearing unevenly on the edge, which often points to alignment issues or worn suspension bushes that have not yet been flagged by the tester.