2016 BMW 116 1.5L Diesel · YH66 AAK

The 2025‑11‑05 MOT at 68,676 miles recorded a pass with no defects, confirming that the vehicle is presently roadworthy. The preceding test on 2025‑11‑04 at 68,675 miles flagged a serious fluid leak from the offside front shock absorber and a parking brake that barely met efficiency standards, indicating that the issues were addressed before the latest inspection. Over the ten‑year lifespan the mileage has risen from 28,343 miles in late 2019 to 68,676 miles in late 2025, a gain of roughly 40,333 miles or about 4,000 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for a 2016 model. The interval between the 2020‑10‑15 test at 33,506 miles and the 2021‑11‑01 test at 41,817 miles spans 13 months and adds 8,311 miles, showing steady accumulation without prolonged standing periods. A buyer should therefore examine the front suspension components, particularly the shock absorbers and mounting bushes, for signs of fluid leakage or worn coil springs, and verify that the parking brake operates within the required tolerance. The rear brakes showed binding calipers in the 2025‑11‑04 record, so a close inspection of brake discs, pads and caliper movement is essential. The offside front tyre screw and the tyre tread wear noted in earlier tests suggest checking tyre pressure, tread depth and wheel alignment. Any evidence of corrosion on the chassis, nearside anti‑roll bar linkage or other structural members should be assessed, given the fractured linkage recorded in 2019. Overall, the maintenance record shows a clear pattern of corrective work followed by stable operation, but the recurring suspension and brake faults indicate that the owner has addressed problems promptly, yet a thorough in‑person inspection remains advisable.