2010 BMW 118 2.0L Diesel · FD59 XDU

The vehicle presents a consistently clean MOT history with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent test on 14 July 2025 at 85,470 miles returned a pass with no defects or advisories recorded. This follows several consecutive years of passing without any noted mechanical or structural failures, suggesting a high standard of upkeep regarding the primary components required for an MOT pass. The mileage accumulation is notably low for a 16-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,342 miles per year. The records show steady usage rather than long periods of inactivity. Between July 2021 and July 2022, the car covered 2,112 miles, while the period between July 2023 and July 2024 saw a higher increase of 10,039 miles. This pattern indicates the vehicle has transitioned from very light use to a more regular driving cycle, which is a positive indicator for the health of various seals and gaskets that can perish when a car sits idle for too long. Since the MOT history is entirely free of advisories, there are no documented issues regarding suspension bushes, coil springs, or brake corrosion to flag from the official record. However, the low annual mileage means the vehicle may have spent significant time stationary. A physical inspection should focus on checking for signs of age-related deterioration that MOT tests do not always capture, such as perished rubber components in the cooling system or dry-rotted tyre sidewalls. A buyer should specifically examine the underside for surface corrosion on the exhaust system and suspension mounting points. While the MOT records show no structural integrity issues, the low mileage profile warrants a close look at the battery health and any potential fluid leaks from the engine or gearbox that may have developed during periods of infrequent use.