2015 BMW 520 2.0L Diesel · SH12 RMH

The vehicle shows a consistent history of suspension-related wear, particularly concerning the front control arms and bushes. The most recent test in August 2025 at 126,262 miles flagged a damaged or deteriorated nearside front steering rack gaiter and a worn nearside lower suspension arm bush. These issues follow a trend seen back to 2023 and 2019, where torque reaction arms and ball joints showed repeated wear. While the vehicle passed despite these defects, the recurring nature of suspension component degradation suggests the front end assembly is reaching the end of its service life. Mileage accumulation remains steady for an 11-year-old BMW, averaging approximately 11,500 miles per year. However, the record reveals a pattern of deferred basic maintenance regarding consumables. In December 2023, the car failed the MOT due to rear brake pads and multiple tyres reaching the legal limit. This mirrors observations from 2020 and 2022, where thin pads and worn tyres were noted as advisors. The persistent inner-edge wear on multiple tyres across several years likely indicates a lingering alignment issue or incorrect camber that has not been properly addressed by previous owners. Brake system health appears reactive rather than proactive. Front discs were noted as scored in 2020, and rear pads were not replaced until the failure in late 2023. While the engine emissions remained clean, the mechanical data suggests the owner only addresses faults when they trigger an MOT failure. There are no structural corrosion issues or major failures recorded in the history, but the buyer should specifically inspect the steering rack for leaks given the reported damaged gaiter and verify the wheel alignment to stop further premature tyre wear.