2009 BMW 120 2.0L Petrol · MH52 TAM

The most recent MOT test was conducted on 6 October 2025 at 43,641 miles and resulted in a pass. However, this was not a clean sheet, as the tester recorded that both the nearside and offside front brake hoses were slightly deteriorated. Since today is June 2026, this certificate is still valid, but the vehicle is approaching its next test date, meaning these specific items should be checked immediately to ensure they have not worsened. There is a distinct pattern in the history regarding rubber components degrading due to age rather than wear from driving. In July 2022, the car failed its MOT specifically because all four tyres were slightly damaged, cracking, or perishing, alongside rear brake pads worn below the legal limit. After repairs the following day, the vehicle passed and subsequently recorded two clean MOTs in 2023 and 2024. The recurrence of rubber-related issues in 2025, now affecting the brake hoses, suggests the vehicle is consistently suffering from material fatigue. The condition trend appears relatively stable regarding major mechanical failures, as the 2022 issues were resolved and followed by trouble-free years. However, the shift from tyre perishing to hose deterioration indicates that age is now the primary factor affecting safety-critical parts. The vehicle is moving from a period of reliable maintenance into a phase where perishable components are likely to need regular attention regardless of how few miles are covered.