2017 BMW 320 2.0L Diesel · AF17 TYT

The vehicle remains roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a shift toward reactive repairs regarding fluid leaks. The most recent test in November 2025 at 93,567 miles passed with an advisory for a non-excessive oil leak. This follows a similar advisory from the November 2024 test at 85,104 miles, where a rear oil leak was also identified. While the vehicle passes, the persistence of these leaks suggests a developing issue. The mileage pattern is consistent with a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 10,400 miles per year. There is a notable gap in records between January 2022 and August 2022, during which the car covered roughly 6,000 miles. Since then, the usage has remained steady, with over 21,000 miles recorded between the September 2023 test and the November 2025 test. This regular use suggests a typical commuter profile, which explains the standard wear seen on consumable components and mechanical seals. A buyer must inspect the engine bay and transmission housing to determine the source of the recurring oil leaks, as persistent advisories often indicate failing seals or gaskets that will eventually require replacement. The 2024 test flagged both front tyres as worn close to the legal limit and on the edge, which points to potential alignment issues or worn suspension bushes. Additionally, given the thin rear brake pads noted in 2022, a physical check of the current braking system and disc condition is necessary to ensure maintenance has not been neglected since that advisory.