2021 BMW 120D Sport Auto 2.0L Diesel · RE71 HYA

Two MOT tests are on file for this 2021 BMW 120d Sport Auto, both recorded at the standard three-year milestone and its first anniversary thereafter. The most recent assessment on 21 August 2025 returned a pass with no defects or advisories recorded, and the prior test on 22 August 2024 was similarly clean with no entries. With only two tests available, the dataset is limited, but what exists points to straightforward compliance at each annual check, with no recurring component flagged for attention and no advisory patterns developing across the record. For a buyer, this means there is no historical evidence of deterioration in the areas DVSA testers routinely inspect, though the short testing window means future advisories are entirely possible as the vehicle accumulates mileage and age. Mileage stands at 37,787 miles recorded across approximately five years, equating to an annual average of around 7,557 miles. This sits broadly within the typical range for a car of this age and suggests regular but not exhaustive use. There are no recorded mileage entries in the MOT data prior to the 2024 test, so any pre-existing odometer readings from servicing history are not visible here, and the jump between the two tests reflects roughly a year's worth of mixed driving. Mechanically, this usage profile tends to keep consumables such as brake pads, discs, and tyres in moderate wear territory rather than at the heavily worn end, while still exercising the engine, transmission, and suspension components regularly enough to avoid issues associated with long stationary periods. Given the absence of any flagged components on either test, a prospective buyer should focus their pre-purchase inspection on the items that most commonly affect a 120d of this generation as mileage builds. On a test drive, listen for any knocking or clonking from the front suspension over speed humps and uneven road surfaces, particularly from the control arms, anti-roll bar bushes, and top mounts, as these are known wear items on the F40 platform and would not necessarily fail an MOT until deterioration is advanced. Check for any pulling under braking or vibration through the steering wheel, which can indicate warped front brake discs, and inspect the discs and pads directly for lipping and remaining material thickness. Also worth close attention are the areas not always captured cleanly by an MOT but which affect long-term durability on this model. Examine the underside and rear axle area for any signs of corrosion, paying particular attention to the exhaust mounting points and any structural sections, as BMWs in this class can show surface corrosion earlier than expected in regions where road salt is used heavily. Check for oil weepage from the engine and around the turbo oil feed lines, and on the automatic gearbox look for any hesitation, flare between gears, or harsh downshifts which could suggest mechatronic wear. Finally, confirm the operation of all electronic systems including the iDrive infotainment, parking sensors, and climate control, as a clean MOT does not cover these ancillary items which can represent meaningful rectification costs on a premium vehicle of this age.