2016 BMW X4 3.0L Diesel · S7 TRH

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history shows a worsening trend regarding the steering and braking components. While the most recent test in September 2025 at 57,790 miles passed, the tester identified play in the offside front steering rack inner joints and worn front brake discs. This follows a failure just prior in August 2024 at 48,416 miles where the steering linkage ball joint was flagged for play. The persistence of steering-related defects across multiple tests suggests that previous repairs were either incomplete or not addressed. At 57,790 miles, this ten-year-old BMW reflects low mileage, averaging approximately 5,779 miles per year. The data shows a consistent annual usage pattern with roughly 9,000 miles covered between the August 2024 and September 2025 tests. While low mileage often implies less wear on the drivetrain, it can also lead to the degradation of rubber-based components and seals due to infrequent use, which may align with the play found in the steering hardware noted in the record. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension geometry to ensure the steering rack inner joints and ball joints have been properly replaced. The recurring nature of these faults indicates a potential lack of oversight in preventative maintenance. Additionally, the front brake discs are now showing a visible lip, indicating they are nearing the service limit and will soon require replacement alongside the pads. The tyre issues noted in 2024 regarding sidew cuts do not appear in the 2025 record, but the age of the rubber should still be evaluated for flat spotting or sidewall cracking due to the low-mileage profile of the vehicle.