2013 BMW 120 2.0L Diesel · P666 ABS

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance history indicates a reactive approach to repairs rather than proactive servicing. The latest test in November 2025 at 80,460 miles shows a pass only after addressing a failure just two miles prior. While the vehicle has met the legal requirements, the recurring nature of tyre-related failures and brake wear suggests that the previous owner only intervened when faults directly threatened an MOT pass result. At 13 years old with 80,460 recorded miles, the BMW has averaged approximately 6,189 miles per year, which aligns with typical low-use patterns for a vehicle of this age. The mileage accumulation shows consistent intervals, with roughly 6,000 miles covered between October 2023 and November 2024, and another 5,165 miles in the following year. This steady usage suggests the car is driven regularly, though low annual mileage often leads to rubber components aging and brake hardware corroding due to lack of use rather than distance-based wear. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the tyres and braking de-rating system. The November 2025 failure flagged a nearside front tyre bulge caused by structural separation, which is a significant safety risk that indicates potential impact damage or sidewall neglect. Furthermore, the rear brake discs were noted as pitted and scored in the 2025 test. While they did not fail on time, the presence of corrosion and scoring suggests the discs are reaching the end of their functional life and may require replacement alongside the pads to ensure effective stopping performance.