2015 BMW 520 2.0L Diesel · E2 AFT

The 2015 BMW 520 presents a stable and largely clean roadworthiness record, with the most recent MOT conducted on 15 December 2025 at 150,984 miles resulting in a pass. The only defect noted at that test was rear tyres worn close to the legal limit on both edges, a minor consumable issue rather than a structural or mechanical concern. The maintenance trend is broadly stable, with no recurring mechanical failures, no corrosion warnings, and no braking or suspension defects appearing across the five-year record. The vehicle has not been presented for testing since December 2025, meaning the current certificate is approximately six months old and remains valid through mid-December 2026. The mileage accumulation is notably high for an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging roughly 13,726 miles per year. The annual increments between tests are consistent, ranging from approximately 5,000 to 7,000 miles per year, with the largest jump occurring between December 2024 at 143,983 miles and December 2025 at 150,984 miles, a gain of 7,001 miles in twelve months. This suggests sustained regular use rather than prolonged standing, which is generally favourable for preventing seizure of mechanical components. The record shows no gaps in annual testing, indicating the vehicle has been continuously maintained and driven throughout its life. The only recurring advisory pattern relates to rear tyre wear, flagged in both the December 2022 and December 2025 tests. This suggests the rear tyres may be wearing unevenly or prematurely, potentially indicating alignment issues, worn suspension bushes, or aggressive driving habits. A buyer should inspect the rear suspension components, including trailing arm bushes, toe links, and shock absorbers, for play or deterioration. The rear brake discs and pads should also be examined, as high-mileage vehicles with consistent use can develop uneven pad deposits or binding calipers that accelerate tyre wear. Given the vehicle has covered over 150,000 miles, a thorough underbody inspection for corrosion, particularly around subframes, sills, and suspension mounting points, is advisable despite the absence of any corrosion-related advisories in the record.