2015 BMW 520 2.0L Diesel · LM65 WMP

This 2015 BMW 520 presents a stable and well-maintained roadworthiness record. The most recent MOT, conducted on 20 October 2025 at 108,456 miles, passed with zero defects. This clean sheet extends a consistent pattern of advisory-free passes across the entire available history, with no recurring mechanical or structural faults flagged at any point. The mileage accumulation tells a clear story of regular use. The vehicle covered approximately 5,525 miles between October 2024 and October 2025, and roughly 3,596 miles between October 2023 and October 2024. Earlier years show a similar steady rate, with around 16,076 miles added between May 2022 and May 2023. There are no suspicious gaps or sudden spikes in the odometer readings that would suggest long periods of inactivity or clocking irregularities. The annual average of roughly 9,860 miles sits comfortably within typical usage for an executive saloon of this age. Despite the clean MOT history, a buyer should still carry out a thorough physical inspection. The absence of flagged defects is encouraging, but it does not guarantee the absence of wear. At nearly 11 years old and over 108,000 miles, consumable components such as front and rear brake discs and pads, tyres, suspension bushes, and coil springs will be approaching or past their typical service life regardless of whether they have triggered a test failure. The exhaust system and its mountings deserve close attention, as corrosion can develop between annual tests without triggering an immediate advisory unless it becomes severe. A test drive should focus on any signs of binding calipers, uneven braking pull, or excessive play in the steering and suspension linkages that might not yet meet the threshold for a defect. Structurally, the vehicle's underside and inner wing arches should be inspected for corrosion, particularly around suspension mounting points and sills. BMW models of this era can develop localised rust in these areas, which may not appear on the MOT unless it compromises structural integrity. The clean record suggests the previous owner kept the car in reasonable condition, but a pre-purchase inspection by a qualified technician remains the most reliable way to confirm that the mechanical and structural condition matches what the paperwork implies.