2012 BMW 520 2.0L Diesel · FG12 YTT

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a clear trend of improving maintenance in recent years. Following a significant failure in 2019, the car has passed three consecutive MOT tests without any defects or advisories. The most recent test conducted in July 2023 at 154,267 miles returned a clean sheet, indicating that the mechanical and safety issues previously identified have been addressed and are not resurfacing. The recorded mileage of 154,267 miles over 14 years reflects an average usage of approximately 11,000 miles per annum, which aligns with typical UK figures for an executive saloon. There is a notable two-year gap between the 2019 and 2021 tests, during which the vehicle covered over 26,000 miles. Since 2021, the mileage accumulation has slowed to roughly 4,500 miles per year, resulting in the 5,000-mile interval seen between the two most recent de-scheduled tests. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the front suspension geometry, as the 2019 failure highlighted excessively worn lower suspension arm ball joints on both sides. While these were clearly replaced, the high mileage of this BMW chassis suggests that other rubber bushings and steering components may be under significant stress. The 2021 advisory regarding a nearside rear tyre worn on the edge also points to a previous alignment issue or camber wear that should be verified to ensure the vehicle is not currently consuming through tyres.