2012 BMW 520 2.0L Diesel · GL12 NYO

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, evidenced by a clean pass in the most recent test in June 2025 at 73,488 miles. This result follows a period of minor defects, indicating that issues identified in previous years have been addressed. The overall maintenance trend suggests a consistent level of care, with the car maintaining its roadworthy status across the last five years of the provided history. At 14 years old, the recorded mileage of 73,488 miles represents a low usage profile of approximately 5,250 miles per year. The data shows remarkably consistent annual mileage accumulation, with increments of roughly 2,500 to 3,400 miles between annual tests from 2021 to 2025. While low mileage generally reduces wear on drivetrain components and engine internals, it can also expose rubber components to degradation due to age rather than mechanical friction, which warrants a thorough physical check of seals, hoses, and suspension bushings. The July 2024 test at 70,674 miles highlighted a lapse in basic tyre maintenance, with the offside front and both rear tyres reaching the 2mm legal limit with uneven edge wear. This specific fault often indicates an alignment issue or worn suspension geometry components. A buyer should inspect the current tyre set for similar irregular wear and verify that the vehicle has been properly aligned since that date. Since no structural corrosion or brake failures appear in the record, the focus should remain on verifying the age-related perishables and ensuring the braking system has not suffered from seizing due to the low-usage pattern.