2016 BMW 118 1.5L Petrol · AA61 LEY

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a slight shift towards minor hardware wear concerns. In the most recent test in February 2026 at 59,251 miles, the car passed despite noted distortions on both the nearside and offside rear road wheels. The tester also flagged engine covers and undertrays as obscuring views of components, which can limit a technician's ability to perform a thorough visual inspection of potential leaks or structural corrosion during a standard MOT appointment. The mileage profile is consistent with a low-useage vehicle vehicle, averaging approximately 6,000 miles per year. There is a notable usage spike between the March 2024 test at 43,587 miles and the September 2025 test at 54,523 miles, representing over 9,000 miles driven in eighteen months. However, the usage has returned to a more steady pace in the final six months of the record. This low annual mileage often leads to degradation of rubber-based components and brake-related issues if the car sits stationary for extended periods. A buyer should specifically inspect the rear wheels to determine if the distortions noted in February 2026 are merely cosmetic or if they indicate impact damage from curbs or potholes. The March 2025 advisory regarding an offside front tyre worn uneven on the edge suggests potential alignment issues or worn suspension bushes that should be verified against current tyre wear. Given the obscuring undertrays mentioned most recently, a physical check of the undercarriage for fluid leaks is essential to ensure no hidden mechanical failures have been masked from the MOT tester.