2015 BMW 3 Series 1.5L Petrol · RF65 UTS

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT on April 25, 2026, with 67,835 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, as the car has maintained a clean record for the last two inspections. While a failure occurred in April 2024, the subsequent passes indicate that the owner has been proactive in addressing safety-critical defects as they arise. The mileage pattern is consistent with an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,167 miles per year. Between the 2023 test at 48,517 miles and the 2025 test at 61,057 miles, the car covered 6,540 miles, showing steady low-intensity usage. This low mileage typically reduces wear on drivetrain and engine components but increases the risk of rubber-based parts, such as seals, degrading due to age rather than friction. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the offside front shock absorber. During the April 2025 test at 61,057 miles, the tester noted light misting of oil on this component. Although this did not cause a failure at that time, oil leakage is a progressive seal failure that will eventually lead to total damper failure. Check for increased dampness or heavy leaking to determine if the condition has worsened since the last recorded entry. The failure in April 2024 due to a bulge in the offside front tyre was an isolated incident of structural damage that was rectified, as the vehicle passed again just one mile later. Given the low annual mileage, the buyer should also verify the condition of the suspension bushes and brake hoses for cracking or perish, as these components are prone to environmental weathering on BMWs of this era regardless of the distance driven.