2013 BMW 520 2.0L Diesel · WN63 UGY

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status, but the maintenance trend indicates a reactive rather than proactive approach. In the most recent test on July 2025 at 109,700 miles, the car initially failed due to a missing fixing on the nearside front wheel and thin rear brake pads. While it passed upon re-test, the presence of these faults suggests the previous owner only addressed mechanical issues when prompted by an MOT failure rather than performing routine preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent for a 13-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,400 miles per year. The record shows a steady accumulation of roughly 4,000 miles between June 2023 and July 2024, and another 4,700 miles between July 2024 and July 2025. This consistent usage suggests the vehicle has not suffered from long periods of stagnation, which can be beneficial for seals and rubber components, though the overall mileage puts the car at expected wear on age-related components. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the braking system and wheel assemblies. The 2025 failure regarding thin rear pads and a missing wheel fixing highlights a potential for oversight in basic safety-critical areas. Additionally, the 2023 failure for low tyre tread and uneven wear on the offside rear indicates possible alignment issues or worn suspension bushes that were not subsequently verified. You should check the condition of the control arms and shock absorbers, as these are common points of failure at the 110,000-mile mark.