2010 BMW 3 Series 2.5L Petrol · LR10 GGE

The vehicle currently holds a valid roadworthiness status, having passed its most recent MOT on 18 December 2025 at 164,455 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, as the car has consistently achieved passes over the last two testing cycles. While the record shows a failure on 17 December 2025 just 12 miles prior to the pass, the immediate rectification of the defect suggests a minor component issue was quickly addressed by the owner rather than a deep-seated mechanical failure. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a sixteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 10,278 miles per year. Between the December 2023 and 2024 tests, the car covered 5,246 miles, while the interval between December 2024 and December 2025 saw 2,895 miles. This fluctuation in annual usage suggests periods of lower-intensity driving, which can be beneficial for maintaining seals and components, though the high total mileage indicates significant wear on the drivetrain and suspension assembly. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on common wear points inherent to the E90 generation at this mileage. Given the high recorded distance, a thorough check of the front control arm bushes and rear coil springs is essential, as these rubber components frequently perish at this age. The lack of recorded advisories in the recent passes suggests the structural integrity remains sound, but one should still inspect for corrosion on the subframe and brake lines to ensure no hidden rust is developing beyond the tester's immediate.