2016 BMW 335 3.0L Diesel · PL66 NWC

The vehicle most recently passed its MOT on 24 February 2026, although it carries an advisory for a worn nearside front tyre. Reviewing the broader history, the maintenance trend appears inconsistent. While the vehicle enjoyed several clean passes in earlier years, the June 2024 failure was severe, involving dangerous tyre defects and a major lighting fault. Although the vehicle has since passed its tests, the reappearance of tyre wear advisories suggests a pattern of neglecting consumables until they reach a critical state. With a recorded mileage of 79,348 miles over approximately ten years, the vehicle has averaged roughly 7,935 miles per year. This is considered typical usage for a BMW 3 Series of this vintage and suggests a balanced duty cycle without evidence of excessive standing or punishing high-mileage motorway use. At this stage of its life, the mechanical focus shifts from routine servicing to the replacement of age-related wear items within the drivetrain and chassis. Prospective buyers should pay close attention to the front suspension and steering geometry. The 2024 advisories regarding worn suspension arm pins and bushes indicate the onset of rubber degradation. During a test drive, listen for metallic clunks or knocks when traversing uneven surfaces and check for any instability or wandering under braking. The history of dangerous tyre failures, combined with the current advisory for edge wear on the nearside front, strongly suggests that the wheel alignment may be compromised or that the suspension bushes have progressed to a state requiring immediate replacement. Further inspection is required for the braking system, specifically the rear discs which were previously noted as pitted and scored. Check for pedal pulsation or shuddering during deceleration, as surface pitting can lead to uneven pad wear and reduced efficiency. Finally, given the vehicle's age, verify the service record for calendar-based maintenance. Ensure that the engine oil, brake fluid, and coolant have been refreshed according to manufacturer intervals, and inspect the 12V battery health, as these systems often degrade regardless of the relatively moderate annual mileage.