2016 BMW 520 2.0L Diesel · AV66 MGE

The vehicle currently holds a clean roadworthiness status following its most recent MOT test on 21 July 2025 at 38,705 miles. While the record shows an initial failure on that same date, the subsequent pass with no recorded defects indicates that any identified issues were rectified immediately before the retest. The maintenance trend appears remarkably stable, with no recurring mechanical failures or structural weaknesses documented across the four years of testing. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,870 miles per year. There is a significant gap in usage between December 2022 at 9,238 miles and July 2024 at 30,348 miles, where the car covered over 21,000 miles in just nineteen months. While the low annual mileage suggests less wear on the engine and drivetrain, the long periods of potential inactivity can lead to the degradation of rubber-based components, such as suspension bushes and tyres, and may cause internal brake fluid moisture. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components most affected by low-mileage storage. Examine the tyres for dry cracking on the sidewalls and check the brake discs for surface corrosion or pitting which often occurs with infrequent use. Given the sudden jump in mileage during 2024, verify that the fluid levels are correct and that the battery has not suffered from neglect. The lack of any advisories regarding rust or mechanical leaks in the history suggests the vehicle has been well-preserved despite its intermittent usage pattern.