BMW 2 SERIES2018 · 1.5L PETROL

The vehicle currently holds a clean MOT status following its most recent test on 21 January 2026 at 56,886 miles. This follows a period of minor mechanical instability, as the December 2025 test at 56,049 miles flagged worn front tyres and worn front suspension arm bushes on both sides. While the January 2026 result shows no defects, the previous record indicates a trend of neglected consumable maintenance that only recently appears to have been addressed. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 7,111 miles per year. A notable increase occurred between December 2024 and December 2025, where the vehicle covered 8,609 miles in a single year. The data shows a relatively frequent testing pattern, including a failure in December 2024 at 47,423 miles due to a non-functional offside stop lamp and significant tyre damage. This suggests the vehicle is in regular use rather than sitting idle for long periods. A prospective buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension components. Although the December 2025 advisory for worn suspension arm bushes was not repeated in January 2026, these components often require replacement rather than simple adjustment. The tester should also check for any remaining signs of uneven tyre wear, which could indicate underlying alignment issues or worn bushings. The history of pitted and scored brake discs noted in March 2024, combined with various tyre-related failures, suggests the previous owner may have been reactive rather than proactive with maintenance. Inspect the brake discs and pads for thickness and surface condition, and verify that the recent tyre replacements have resolved the edge-wear issues flagged in late 2025. Ensure all lighting and electrical components, specifically the stop lamps that caused the December 2024 failure, are fully operational.