2016 BMW 420 2.0L Petrol · SW16 TXC

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history shows a worsening trend regarding suspension and braking components. While the most recent test in September 2025 at 118,099 miles passed, the volume of advisories increased significantly compared to previous years. The transition from a clean record in 2023 to a list of mechanical defects involving suspension arms, track rod ends, and shock absorbers in 2025 indicates that wear-related components are now reaching the end of their functional life simultaneously. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent for a ten-year-old BMW, averaging approximately 11,800 miles per annum. The record shows steady accumulation with roughly 15,000 miles driven between the 2023 and 2024 tests and another 15,200 miles between the 2024 and 2025 tests. This regularity suggests the vehicle has been used consistently rather rather than suffering from long periods of inactivity, which explains the progressive degradation of rubber components and the corrosion of brake surfaces noted in the earlier advisories. A buyer must prioritize a thorough inspection of the front suspension geometry and steering system. The 2025 test flagged wear in both front suspension arm bushes and play in the offside front inner track rod end, both of which will require replacement to ensure vehicle stability and prevent tyre wear. Furthermore, the nearside front shock absorber is showing reduced damping while the offside unit is leaking, suggesting the front damping system is failing and likely needs a pair replacement. The braking system requires close attention due to recurring pitting and scoring on both front and rear discs noted in both 2024 and 2025. Given the history of fluctuating brakes dating back to 2021, it is probable that the discs are thinning or have suffered from significant surface damage. A prospective owner should verify the thickness of the rotors and check for any signs of sticking calipers, as the persistent nature of these advisories suggests the previous owner has deferred major brake maintenance.