2014 BMW X1 2.0L Diesel · LG64 DHM

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the recent MOT history shows a worsening trend regarding mechanical wear components. While it passed its most recent test on 29 May 2026 at 114,413 miles, it failed just twenty days prior due to a broken exhaust flexi and an excessively worn offside rear suspension arm inner bush. This indicates that components previously noted as deteriorated in the June 2025 test have progressed to a point of failure requiring immediate attention. The mileage pattern remains consistent with a 12-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,500 miles per annum. The data shows steady usage without long periods of standing or sudden spikes in mileage. Between the June 2024 test at 105,985 miles and the June 2025 test at 110,327 miles, the vehicle covered 4,342 miles, followed by another 4,086 miles in the year leading to the May 2026 test. This regularity suggests the car is used consistently, which typically prevents premature seizing of rubber components. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the front and rear suspension geometry, as the recurring issues with the control arm bushes suggest the rubber is reaching its service limit. The offside front exhaust flexi requires replacement to resolve the gas leak and prevent potential future emission failures. Given the failure of the rear inner bush, the buyer should also check for signs of uneven tyre wear or play in ball joints, as these components often degrade in tandem at this mileage bracket.