2010 BMW 520 2.0L Diesel · LG60 SPX

The vehicle remains roadworthy based on the last recorded test, though the maintenance trend appears reactive rather than proactive. The most recent MOT in October 2021 at 114,116 miles passed despite an advisory on front brake discs being worn, pitted or scored. This follows a similar advisory from 2020 at 104,639 miles regarding worn front discs, indicating a pattern where the owner only addresses braking components once they approach the legal failure threshold. The mileage profile is consistent with a low-useage vehicle for its age, averaging approximately 7,132 miles per year. There is a significant gap in data between September 2019 and October 2020, where the car covered over 15,000 miles in thirteen months. However, the record shows no MOT entries since October 2021. Given the current date, the vehicle has gone without an official test for nearly five years, which significantly increases the risk of undetected mechanical degradation, perished rubber, or fluid leaks that are not captured by mileage figures alone. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking system, as the recurring pitting and scoring on the discs suggest potential corrosion or poor caliper maintenance. The 2018 advisory regarding thin rear brake pads further implies that consumable components are not replaced on regular service intervals. Because the car has likely sat or been used sparingly since the last test, attention should also focus on dry cracks in suspension bushes, perished tyres, and structural rust on the chassis, which are common on age-related BMWs regardless of low recorded mileage.