2020 BMW M135I Xdrive Auto 2.0L Petrol · SW70 TLK

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT test on 6 December 2025 at 43,961 miles. The maintenance trend shows a period of instability involving a significant failure just two days prior to that pass. While the car currently presents no recorded defects, the December 2025 failure indicates that several mechanical and safety components required immediate attention, which the owner addressed to secure the re-test pass. The mileage pattern is consistent with a six-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,300 miles per year. The record shows steady progression with 15,784 miles covered between October 2023 and December 2024, followed by another 9,139 miles covered between September 2024 and December 2025. This suggests the car is used regularly rather than left sitting for long periods, which is generally beneficial for rubber seals and fluid integrity, though the increased usage in 2024 coincides with the wear observed on consumable items. A buyer must perform a thorough physical inspection of the suspension and braking system given the faults flagged in late 2025. The fractured offside rear coil spring indicates that suspension components are reaching the end of their life, necessitating a check for similar cracks on the opposite side. Furthermore, the failure due to thin front brake pads suggests the braking system was nearing a service interval. The buyer should verify the remaining pad thickness and inspect the discs for scoring or uneven wear to ensure the recent repairs were comprehensive. The headlamp aim issues from the 2025 failure were likely simple adjustments, but the buyer should confirm the beams are still correctly aligned to prevent glare. The 2024 advisory regarding undertrays obscuring the underside means the tester could not fully inspect the chassis. A manual visual inspection under the vehicle is required to ensure no hidden corrosion or structural damage has been masked by these plastic guards during previous inspections.