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I need to replace an inner tie rod. Should I do both sides and should I do the inners and outers at the same time?

The inner part, I assume your talking about the part which connects to the end of the rack is not really a wear item and normally people only renew the outer track rod end. If an item like that need renewing the other will probably have done the same milage. I suppose it depends now deep your pockets are and how willing you are to renew something that isn't broke. I would renew both and call it preventive maintenance.

It was an advisory on the last MOT and I can feel some feedback in the steering when I go over sharp bumps, so I want it sorting.  I think the parts (inner and outer) work out at approx £30 a side and it'll need aligning after it's replaced, do I'm thinking to get both done in case the other side goes in 12months.

Always do both sides at same time.
Chances are the other will fail within a short time and you'd have to do it anyway!!

Yeah sod it, I'm going to do the inner and outers on both sides. It isn't worth the hassle and expense 12 months down the line.

Are MOOG parts ok?

Must admit I looked on BMW parts list and seen the prices, hence  the how deep are your pockets ie over £100 A side. £30 inner and outer a side is good but never heard of MOOG.

I've ordered MOOG, they have very good reviews. Getting both sides done and all being well, they will far outlast my ownership of the car.  There are some (full assembly) at £10 a side! Thought I'd skip those.