2014 BMW I3 0.6L Hybrid electric (clean) · H16 KDS

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a persistent trend of reactive repairs rather than preventative care. The most recent test in March 2026 at 46,024 miles showed a failure for an ineffective offside windscreen wiper and corrosion on both front brake disc surfaces. While the vehicle passed immediately after these repairs, the recurring nature of brake corrosion across multiple years suggests the car sits for long periods, allowing surface rust to develop between uses. At 46,024 miles, this 12-year-old BMW shows exceptionally low mileage, averaging approximately 3,800 miles per year. This low usage pattern explains the age-related degradation noted in the record. For instance, the March 2025 test at 42,993 miles flagged four tyres for cracking or perishing, a common symptom of rubber drying out from inactivity rather than tread wear. The mileage gaps between tests are consistent, but the low frequency of operation makes the vehicle susceptible to environmental aging of rubber and metal components. A buyer should specifically inspect the wheels and suspension components, as the record shows a history of distorted road wheels dating back to 2017. In 2019, the tester flagged a split front shocker bellows and multiple distorted rims, which indicates the vehicle may have encountered significant impacts or curb damage. Given the recurring reports of wheel distortion, a thorough check of the alloy integrity and the affected suspension bushings is essential to ensure no structural fatigue remains. Additionally, the state of the brake calipers should be verified to ensure the noted surface corrosion has not progressed to binding or seizing of the pistons.