2016 BMW 118 1.5L Petrol · BJ66 OJS

The 2016 BMW 118 presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass on 18 September 2025 at 38,210 miles with zero defects recorded. That result marks three consecutive flawless tests following a minor advisory in 2022, suggesting the previous owner addressed the tyre wear promptly and has kept the car in sound mechanical order since. No recurring faults or escalating defects appear in the record, which is a positive indicator of consistent upkeep rather than reactive repairs. The mileage profile is notably low for a ten-year-old vehicle. Annual accumulation averages roughly 3,821 miles, with increments of approximately 4,160 miles between the 2023 and 2024 tests and 5,199 miles between 2024 and 2025. That uptick in recent use is not a concern in itself, but buyers should verify whether the car sat dormant for extended periods before 2024. Prolonged standing can cause flat-spotted tyres, seized brake calipers, and dried-out rubber bushes, none of which the MOT alone can reveal. Despite the clean record, a pre-purchase inspection should focus on the components that historically drew attention. The 2022 advisory flagged both the nearside front and rear tyres wearing close to the legal limit and on their edges, pointing to possible wheel alignment issues or worn suspension bushes. A buyer should check the inner sidewalls and tread patterns of all four tyres, inspect the front suspension arms and rear trailing arm bushes for play, and examine the brake discs and pads for uneven wear or corrosion from standing intervals. While the MOT history is reassuring, these mechanical checks remain essential before committing to purchase.