2018 BMW 5 Series 3.0L Petrol · HT67 AEV

The vehicle remains in a roadworthy condition with a stable maintenance trend following recent mechanical corrections. The most recent test on 26 November 2025 at 56,696 miles passed, although the tester noted that rear child seats obstructed the full inspection of the adult seat belts. Prior to this, the vehicle showed a clean record in late 2024, indicating that the mechanical issues identified in previous years have been effectively addressed by the owner. At 56,696 miles, the car has averaged approximately 7,000 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for a premium executive saloon of this age. The mileage pattern appears consistent, with a notable gap of roughly 8,000 miles between February 2022 and July 2023, followed by more regular intervals of about 7,000 miles per year thereafter. This relatively low-mileage profile suggests less overall wear on the drivetrain components, turbocharger, and suspension bushings compared to high-mileage examples. A buyer should pay close attention to the wheel alignment geometry, as the history reveals recurring tyre-related failures. In February 2022, at 30,739 miles, the nearside front tyre showed excessive outer edge wear, and two rear tyres suffered cuts reaching the cords. This pattern repeated in November 2024 at 49,354 miles when a nearside rear tyre failed again for a similar structural cut. These faults suggest a potential persistent alignment issue or worn suspension arms and ball joints that could continue to cause premature tyre degradation. While the MOT record does not flag any structural corrosion or brake failures, the physical inspection should verify the current state of the tyres and the suspension hardware. Given the history of sidewall damage and uneven wear, a professional wheel alignment check is recommended upon purchase. It is also necessary that the rear child seats mentioned in the 2025 report are removed or adjusted to ensure the seat belt mechanisms function as intended without obstruction.