2011 BMW 3 Series 3.0L Petrol · YC60 XCV

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT status, but the maintenance history reveals a concerning trend of deferred mechanical repairs. While it passed its most recent test in October 2025 at 106,383 miles, this followed a failure just one day prior due to a serious leak in the offside rear shock absorber. The recurrence of issues such as brake pipe corrosion and tyre wear suggests that the previous owner has addressed only the minimum legal requirements to pass the test, rather than performing proactive preventative maintenance. At 106,383 miles, this 15-year-old BMW averages approximately 7,100 miles per year, which is consistent with low-to-moderate usage. The mileage progression shows steady use, with roughly 4,000 miles covered between November 2023 and October 2024, and another 3,000 miles in the year leading to the latest test. However, the low mileage does not offset the agerelated degradation of rubber and metal components, which are clearly showing signs of oxidation and material fatigue in the record. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the braking system and suspension geometry. The record repeatedly flags perishing and corroded brake pipes on both the offside and nearside fronts, which indicates a risk of hydraulic failure if not are not replaced. Furthermore, the history of worn rear suspension arm bushes and a distorted nearside front road wheel suggests the vehicle may be under significant stress or misaligned. The uneven tyre wear noted across multiple tests further points to persistent alignment issues or worn suspension components that continue to cause premature tyre failure.