2020 BMW 118 1.5L Petrol · OM11 AAA

The vehicle remains roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a shift toward reactive repairs regarding consumable wear items. The most recent test in July 2025 at 35,267 miles passed with an advisory for minor perishing on the nearside rear tyre. This follows a pattern established in August 2024 where the tester flagged multiple tyre defects and thin brake pads, suggesting that components are only being addressed once they approach failure thresholds. At 35,267 miles over six years, the car has covered a below-average distance of approximately 5,878 miles per year. The data shows a consistent usage pattern between January 2023 and August 2023, where 2,796 miles were covered in seven months, followed by a more significant 5,719 miles over the subsequent eleven months. This low-mile profile often indicates the vehicle has sat for extended periods, leading to the rubber degradation and perishing noted in the tyre records. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the tyre suite, as the recurring flags for cracking and perishing suggest the rubber is failing due to age rather than tread depth. The thin front brake pads noted at 31,519 miles require a current measurement to ensure they have been replaced since then. Given the low mileage and potential for stagnation, the inspector should also check for signs of seized brake calipers or rusted brake discs, which are common on vehicles that are not driven frequently.