2015 BMW 118 2.0L Diesel · FP15 FTV

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT on June 19 2025 with 89,153 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable but reactive, as the owner consistently addresses safety-critical defects only after a test failure. The 2025 failure was limited to non-mechanical items involving the washer system and wiper blades, which were rectified immediately to achieve a clean pass without evidence of deeper mechanical or structural issues. At 11 years old, the recorded mileage of 89,153 miles averages to approximately 8,100 miles per year, which aligns with typical annual usage for this model. The data shows consistent intervals, with roughly 10,000 miles driven between the 2023 and 2024 tests, and another 8,000 miles covered between June 2024 and 2025. This regular usage suggests the vehicle has not sat for long periods, which is generally beneficial for rubber seals and fluid components. A buyer should conduct a thorough inspection of the tyres, as the June 2024 failure at 81,125 miles revealed a significant neglect of basic consumables. The record noted a structural bulge on the nearside front tyre and a deep cut reaching the cords on the offside rear, alongside multiple tyres reaching the legal tread limit or showing uneven wear. While these were replaced, the uneven wear suggests a need to check the wheel alignment and inspect the suspension bushes for play to prevent premature tyre degradation. Given the lack of advisories regarding structural corrosion or brake components, the focus should remain on the mechanical health of the BMW drivetrain. The buyer should verify that the fluid levels and wiper blades mentioned in the most recent failure are maintained as these were previously overlooked. A physical inspection should also check for signs of oil leaks or excessive wear on cooling components that exceed the scope of a standard MOT test.