2016 BMW 118 1.5L Petrol · AP16 USF

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a recent shift toward reactive rather than preventative care. The most recent test in October 2025 at 82,167 miles resulted in a failure due to thin front brake pads on both sides and insufficient windscreen washer fluid. While these issues were rectified immediately to pass the following day, the presence of worn pads indicates that components are reaching the end of their service life without intervention prior to inspection. The mileage pattern is consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,200 miles per year. The data shows steady usage between tests, moving from 55,168 miles in October 2022 to 68,035 in September 2023, and then to 75,896 by October 2024. This linear progression suggests the car has not been subject to long periods of stagnation, which often helps prevent seal degradation or fuel-related issues common in much lower-mileage older cars. A buyer should specifically inspect the braking system in person, as the recent failure for thin pads suggests the discs may also be scoring or thinning from prolonged wear. The 2023 advisory regarding a distorted nearside front road artwork rim and a cut offside rear tyre also necessitates a physical check for potential vibration issues at speed and the structural integrity of the tyre sidewalls. Given the age of the vehicle, a thorough examination of the suspension bushes and control arms is advisable, as these components were not flagged in the history but are common points of failure at this mileage interval.