2017 BMW 118 1.5L Petrol · EO17 DHM

The vehicle presents a high standard of roadworthiness with a remarkably stable maintenance trend. Following a single failure in November 2022, the BMW has passed three consecutive annual inspections without a single defect or advisory being recorded by the DVSA. The most recent test conducted in October 2025 at 69,664 miles confirms that the vehicle remains in excellent mechanical and structural condition, indicating a proactive approach to upkeep by previous owners. The mileage pattern is consistent with typical usage for a vehicle this age, averaging approximately 7,740 miles per year. The data shows a steady accumulation of miles, with roughly 8,000 miles covered between November 2023 and November 2024, and another 8,230 miles between November 2024 and October 2025. This regular usage suggests the vehicle has not suffered from long periods of stagnation, which often leads to degradation of rubber components, seals, and fluid integrity in low-mileage cars. While the MOT history is clean, a buyer should still perform a physical inspection of common wear points that do not always trigger an MOT failure. Given the age, the condition of the suspension bushes, control arm ball joints, and coil springs should be verified to ensure there is no premature tearing or play. The buyer should also check the brake discs for uneven wear or excessive corrosion, as the MOT only flags brakes once they exceed specific safety thresholds.