2018 BMW 320 2.0L Diesel · PL18 HHM

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a clear trend of deferred attention regarding wear components. The most recent test in November 2025 at 86,442 miles identified a split nearside front suspension arm bush and oil misting on the offside rear upper shock absorber. While the car passed, the recurring nature of these suspension issues suggests that the previous owners are only addressing faults once they reach the point of failure rather than performing proactive preventative maintenance. At 86,442 miles over eight years, the car has averaged approximately 10,800 miles per year, which aligns closely with typical national averages for a premium saloon. The mileage shows consistent usage between tests, with roughly 12,000 miles covered between December 2023 and November 2024, and another 4,700 miles in the following seven months. This steady accumulation indicates the vehicle has not suffered from long periods of standing, which explains the progressive wear observed on rubber-based suspension components and braking surfaces. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension geometry, as the record shows a persistent failure of the nearside front arm bush. The pitting and scoring noted on all four brake discs during the 2023 test at 73,899 miles suggests high-friction conditions or infrequent brake cleaning. Furthermore, the misting on the rear shock absorbers recorded in early 2023 and again in 2025 indicates the seals are nearing the end of their functional life and will likely require replacement soon. The frequent mentions of tyres reaching the legal limit across multiple years further highlight a pattern of replacing consumables only when absolutely necessary for an MOT slip.