2018 BMW 5 Series 2.0L Diesel · GD18 PPV

The most recent MOT on 2025-05-27 recorded a pass with one defect: rear brake pads wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii)). This indicates progressive wear on critical safety components, requiring attention to avoid reduced stopping power. The issue is specific to the rear brakes, which may suggest uneven wear or insufficient maintenance. Earlier MOTs show a pattern of tyre-related concerns. In 2023-05-29, both rear tyres were worn close to the legal limit and showed edge wear (5.2.3 (e)), a sign of improper inflation, alignment issues, or aggressive driving. These defects were not repeated in subsequent tests, but the 2024-05-31 MOT noted a child seat installation that obstructed inspection of the adult seat belt, raising questions about ongoing maintenance practices. The vehicle has no recorded defects in 2022 or 2021, suggesting a period of stable performance. However, the 2023-2025 history reveals emerging wear on tyres and brakes, which could indicate increasing usage or neglect. The trend is not definitively worsening, but the accumulation of wear-related issues since 2023 highlights potential risks to safety-critical systems. The vehicle’s mileage of 30,466 miles over 8 years equates to roughly 3,808 miles per year, which is low for its age.