2010 BMW 3 Series 2.0L Petrol · LS60 WFM

The vehicle holds a valid MOT following the most recent test on 12 June 2025 at 159,297 miles, which was a retest after an initial failure on the same day. The maintenance trend appears broadly stable, though a recurring oil leak and an inoperative engine MIL flagged during that visit suggest minor unresolved issues rather than escalating mechanical failure. The 2024 test at 153,915 miles was entirely clean, indicating no active defects at that point, while the 2023 test at 148,826 miles revealed a failed rear shock absorber, a punctured tyre, and worn rear brake pads, all of which were rectified before the subsequent pass. The mileage progression is consistent with typical use for a 2010 vehicle, averaging roughly 9,956 miles per year. The record shows a steady climb from 148,826 miles in May 2023 to 153,915 miles in May 2024, then to 159,297 miles by June 2025, with no large gaps or sudden drops that would suggest long-term storage or odometer anomalies. The service history between tests is absent from this dataset, so the MOT record alone cannot confirm whether routine servicing was carried out on schedule. A buyer should focus the physical inspection on the front end and engine bay. The persistent front oil leak, noted as not excessive in both 2023 and 2025, warrants close examination of the valve cover gasket, oil filter housing, or camshaft seals, as these are common failure points on BMW N47 and N52 engines of this era. The inoperative engine MIL from the 2025 failure must be verified, since a suppressed or blown bulb can mask active fault codes. Suspension components, particularly the rear shock absorbers, should be checked for fresh fluid misting or corrosion, given the previous failure on the offside rear unit. Front tyre condition remains a concern, with sidewall cuts noted in the latest test, and the rear brake pads should be measured against wear indicators given their prior advisory status.