2016 BMW 520 2.0L Diesel · LS66 SNX

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance history shows a worsening trend regarding neglected consumable components. While the car passed its most recent test in November 2025 at 91,579 miles, the tester flagged thin offside rear brake pads and both rear tyres reaching the legal limit. This follows a pattern of reactive rather than proactive maintenance, as the owner appears to address issues only when they reach an advisory stage rather than during scheduled interval services. At 91,579 miles over ten years, the BMW has averaged approximately 9,150 miles per year, which is consistent with typical UK usage for this age. The mileage accumulation is steady, with roughly 13,000 miles driven between the November 2023 and 2025 tests. However, the nature of the tyre wear recorded in 2021, 2024, and 2025 suggests a long-term issue with wheel alignment or suspension bush geometry that has not been properly rectified over several years. A buyer must inspect the rear suspension geometry and alignment due to the recurring inner edge tyre wear noted in 2021 and 2024. The persistent mention of incorrectly fitted rear brake pads in 2023 and 2024 indicates a lack of quality control in previous garage work, necessitating a thorough check of the rear braking assembly for uneven wear or binding calipers. The 2021 record also noted fluctuating front brakes and scored discs, which likely require replacement given the current mileage and the time elapsed since that entry.