2015 BMW 120 2.0L Diesel · ST65 RMX

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of deferred suspension component replacement. While the most recent test in October 2025 at 66,247 miles passed, it initially failed due to a fractured nearside rear coil spring and a perished offside rear tyre. These mechanical faults were rectified to secure the pass the same day, yet the recurring nature of other issues across previous years suggests a reactive rather than proactive approach to minor mechanical wear. The mileage pattern is consistent with an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,000 miles per year. The records show steady annual intervals, moving from 51,384 miles in October 2022 to 66,247 miles in October 2025. This low annual usage profile suggests the car has not undergone heavy motorway commuting. While low mileage often reduces wear on the drivetrain, it accelerates the degradation of rubber-based components and tyres, as seen with the persistent cracking on the tyres despite the low distance covered. A buyer must inspect the offside front shock absorber closely, as the tester flagged it for light misting of oil in every consecutive test since 2023 at 56,327 miles. This persistent leak indicates a failing seal that will eventually lead to a total failure if not replaced. Additionally, the front brake discs were noted as pitted and scored in both 2022 and 2023. Given the low mileage, this corrosion likely stems from the vehicle sitting for extended periods, which can thin the brake pads and rust the disc surfaces faster than use would.