2016 BMW 218 1.5L Petrol · C14 DAH

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status based on the latest inspection data. The most recent test on 3 December 2025 at 37,501 miles resulted in a pass with no recorded defects, following a previous failure on the same day. This pattern suggests a minor, easily rectified issue was identified and corrected immediately prior to the retest. The vehicle has maintained a clean record without recurring advisories or failures across the last three testing cycles. The mileage profile is notably low for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,750 miles per year. Between the November 2023 test at 31,397 miles and the December 2025 tests, the car covered a modest distance of roughly 3,000 to 4,000 miles annually. This low usage frequency indicates minimal wear on the drivetrain and engine components, though such mileage can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber-based components and seals if the vehicle sits stationary for extended periods between trips. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components that suffer from age rather than mileagerelated wear. While the MOT history shows no structural rust or brake issues, the tester should check for perished suspension bushes and split tyre boots which are common on low-use BMWs. Given the long intervals between tests, verify the brake discs for excessive surface corrosion and ensure the calipers are not seized. The recurring failures in the most recent years likely involved simple items like bulbs or minor fluid leaks that did not indicate a deeper mechanical failure.