2009 BMW 116 1.6L Petrol · BV09 LTK

The 2025‑05‑05 MOT at 97,445 miles passed, confirming the vehicle meets current roadworthiness standards. Although the recent test recorded tyre wear on all four corners, it recorded no serious mechanical defects, indicating a stable maintenance record since the 2024‑05‑15 pass. The mileage trajectory shows a low annual average of roughly 5,700 miles over 17 years, suggesting periods of limited use or long idle intervals. Mileage rose from 42,373 in February 2020 to 97,445 by May 2025, with the most rapid increase occurring between the 2022‑04‑19 and 2024‑05‑15 tests, adding 30,000 miles in just over two years. Recurring tyre wear on the edges and the 2021 off‑side front shock fluid leak point to potential suspension or alignment problems that should be examined for worn bushes, leaking seals, and damaged coil springs. Previous brake efficiency failures, inoperative servo, and binding rear calipers indicate the need for a thorough inspection of brake discs, pads, calipers and fluid condition, as well as verification that the brake servo functions correctly. No explicit corrosion was recorded, but the repeated edge‑wear on tyres and the 2022‑2024 mileage surge merit a visual check of the wheel arches, sills and underbody for rust that could compromise structural integrity. A buyer should therefore prioritize a physical inspection of the suspension components, brake system integrity, tyre condition and pressure, wheel alignment, and the presence and condition of the fuel cap sealing device, while also checking for any hidden rust or structural damage that may have developed during periods of low usage.