2016 BMW 520 2.0L Diesel · YK16 FSU

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, evidenced by the most recent MOT test in March 2026 at 111,180 miles which passed with no defects recorded. This indicates a period of consistent maintenance following a minor failure in early 2023. While the history shows instances of reactive maintenance, the clean result of the last two tests suggests that the current owner is addressing identified issues before they escalate into mechanical failures. The mileage accumulation remains consistent with the vehicle's age, averaging approximately 11,000 miles per year over its ten-year tenure. There is a notable increase in usage between March 2022 and March 2024, where the mileage climbed by over 21,000 miles in two years, compared to the lower annual figures seen in earlier years. This shift in usage pattern suggests the car transitioned to more long-distance motorway driving recently, which generally results in less wear on wear compared to short-trip city driving. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the braking system and front end geometry. The March 2025 test at 107,130 miles flagged pitted and scored offside front brake discs alongside worn nearside front discs. While these passed the subsequent test, the history warrants checking for uneven pad wear or potential sticking calipers that could cause vibration. Furthermore, the 2023 failure due to exposed cords and inner edge wear on multiple tyres indicates a past history of alignment issues or worn suspension bushes. Verifying the current tyre wear patterns is essential to ensure these geometric faults have not returned.