2015 BMW 3 Series 2.0L Diesel · JM13 GLM

The vehicle's recent MOT history shows a decline in maintenance standards, shifting from a clean record to a failure in the most recent test. While the August 2025 test resulted in a pass, the vehicle failed initially on that same date due to mismatched tyre sizes on the rear axle and pitted rear brake discs. The presence of different tyre sizes on the same axle is a significant compliance issue that suggests a lack of attention to basic vehicle upkeep or a rushed repair. The mileage accumulation appears consistent with a typical usage pattern for an eleven-year-old vehicle. The car has covered 103,325 miles, averaging roughly 9,400 miles per year. The data shows steady progression from 60,719 miles in May 2022 to 77,916 miles in June 2023, then 93,749 miles in August 2024, and finally 103,325 miles in August 2025. This steady climb indicates regular road use rather than long periods of inactivity, which generally helps prevent seized components, though it does mean mechanical wear is expected. A prospective buyer should focus heavily on the braking system and wheel assembly. The August 2025 test flagged both rear brake discs as worn, pitted, or scored. Although these were passed as not seriously weakened, the deterioration of the discs suggests the pads may have been run down or the calipers are not operating optimally. The failure regarding mismatched tyres also warrants a physical check of the remaining tyres to ensure they meet legal tread depths and are of the correct specification for the vehicle. Beyond the brakes and tyres, the clean records from 2023 and 2024 suggest that the vehicle has not suffered from major structural corrosion or suspension failures in recent years. However, the sudden appearance of consumable defects after years of clean passes indicates a recent lapse in preventative maintenance. A thorough inspection of the rear suspension bushes and brake lines is advised to ensure no further degradation has occurred since the last recorded test.