2009 BMW 1182.0L DIESEL

The vehicle presents a consistent history of roadworthiness, with the most recent test in March 2026 at 128,527 miles returning no recorded defects. This clean result indicates that the current owner is maintaining the car to a standard that meets minimum safety requirements. The failure recorded in March 2024 due to a fluid leak on the offside front shock absorber was resolved promptly, as the subsequent tests in both 2025 and 2026 showed no further issues with the suspension or damping components. At 17 years old, the recorded mileage of 128,527 miles averages to approximately 7,560 miles per year, which aligns with typical UK usage for an older hatchback. The relatively low annual mileage suggests less strain on the drivetrain components and interior compared to high-mileage examples. The interval between the 2025 and 2026 tests shows a movement of roughly 1,000 miles, suggesting the vehicle remains in regular use rather than sitting for long periods, which can often lead to dry rot rot or seal failure. While the MOT record is currently clean, the age of the vehicle necessitates a close inspection of age-related wear that the testing process does not always capture. A buyer should check for corrosion on the chassis and suspension mounting points, as these are common failure points for this generation of BMW. Given the previous shock absorber failure, verifying the condition of the remaining dampers and the rubber bushings is advisable to ensure the suspension geometry remains stable and safe. The data suggests a vehicle that has been attended to when faults actually appeared.