2013 BMW 5 Series 2.0L Diesel · RO13 NFG

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive rather than preventative care. While it passed its latest test in October 2025 at 212,691 miles, this followed a failure just one day prior. The recent record shows a worsening trend in steering and suspension components, with the tester flagging play in steering rack inner joints and a leaking offside rear shock absorber. The fact that the owner only addressed these significant mechanical faults when forced by an MOT failure suggests a minimum-expenditure approach to vehicle upkeep. At 212,691 miles over 13 years, this BMW has a significantly high mileage profile, averaging over 16,000 miles per year. This consistent usage places immense strain on the drivetrain and chassis components of an executive saloon. Between October 2023 and October 2025, the vehicle covered 20,146 miles, indicating frequent high-speed running. This high mileage explains the rapid wear observed on consumables, particularly the tyres, which resulted in multiple advisories and failures regarding tread depth and legal limits. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front steering assembly and rear suspension. The history highlights recurring issues with track rod ends and steering rack inner joints, which can lead to unpredictable handling and uneven tyre wear if not meticulously monitored. The distorted offside front inner road wheel noted in 2025 suggests a history of impact that may have compromised the wheel bearing or suspension arm geometry. Furthermore, the persistent uneven wear on the inner edges of the tyres across years indicates an unresolved alignment issue or worn control arm bushes that will continue to inflate costs.