The BMW service algorithm uses time as a parameter also. You can get what is called a "clock" service appear on the screen. It tends to be (I think!) for brake fluid more than engine oil. But could be wrong on that. Basically if you haven't done enough miles by a certain time, it pops up on the service indicator. I had it appear on Xena II once, but I think it was 18 months after the previous service...but to be honest I can't really remember....getting old!

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