2007 BMW 635 3.0L Diesel · RA57 YDP

The BMW 635d has maintained a clean MOT record over the past three years, with the most recent test on 3 July 2026 at 92,683 miles showing no defects at all. This suggests the vehicle has been well maintained in its latest ownership phase, with no major mechanical or safety issues arising in the last three annual inspections. The only notable entries in the history occurred in June 2023, when the tester recorded worn front tyres close to the legal limit—including edge wear—and a slightly damaged offside rear tyre, alongside worn suspension arm bushes. These were the sole advisories in the entire history, and there is no evidence of them recurring or worsening in subsequent tests, indicating they were likely addressed promptly. The car’s mileage accumulation has been unusually low for its age, averaging just under 4,900 miles per year over the past four years. This suggests either infrequent use, extended periods of inactivity, or a combination of both. The gap between the 2022 and 2023 tests (74,212 to 76,287 miles) covers roughly 12 months but shows only 2,075 miles logged—far below typical annual usage for a vehicle of this type. The subsequent year (2023 to 2024) saw a slightly higher but still modest increase of 7,349 miles, followed by another 7,562 miles between 2024 and 2025. Such low mileage reduces wear on consumables and mechanical components, which aligns with the absence of defects in recent tests. For a prospective buyer, the primary focus should be on verifying whether the 2023 advisories—particularly the tyre wear and suspension arm bushes—were fully rectified. The edge wear on front tyres could indicate alignment issues or uneven loading, so checking for any residual camber or toe misalignment would be prudent. The rear tyre damage, while minor, suggests exposure to kerbing or potholes, so inspecting the wheel rims and checking for further cracking or corrosion is advisable. Given the suspension bushes were flagged but not deemed a failure, a thorough check of both front and rear bushings, along with coil springs and ball joints, is recommended to ensure no excessive play or degradation has developed since. The car’s low mileage history is a positive indicator of reduced wear, but the lack of recent advisories does not eliminate the need for a pre-purchase inspection of these critical areas.