2009 BMW 520 2.0L Diesel · W9 CME

The vehicle shows a stable maintenance trend, having passed its most recent MOT on 19 June 2025 at 202,872 miles with no defects recorded. This follows a failure on the same date due to multiple tyre tread depth issues. The tester flagged that both front tyres had illegible tread patterns and both rear tyres fell below the legal 1.6mm limit. While these are consumable items rather than mechanical failures, the failure suggests that basic upkeep regarding tyre replacement was neglected until the test prompted action. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 11,934 miles per year. The record shows a steady increase from 169,982 miles in August 2022 to 202,872 miles in June 2025. The interval between the August 2024 test and the June 2025 test indicates a slightly lower annual usage of roughly 11,438 miles, which aligns with the overall historical average. There are no significant gaps in the testing history that would suggest long periods of non-use or undocumented mileage. A prospective buyer should focus their physical inspection on the suspension and braking systems. Although the recent MOT was clean, the high mileage of over 200,000 miles increases the likelihood of worn suspension bushes, leaking dampers, or fatigued coil springs. The 2022 test noted that rear seatbelts could not be tested, so the functionality of all occupant restraints must be verified. Given the previous tyre failures, a thorough check of the wheel arches and tyres for uneven wear is advisable to rule out underlying alignment or suspension geometry issues.