2011 BMW 116 2.0L Diesel · FV11 NBE

The most recent MOT test on 2025-05-16 confirms the vehicle remains roadworthy with no defects recorded at 116,021 miles. This marks the third consecutive annual pass without failings, suggesting a stable maintenance pattern over the past three years. The absence of advisories or recurring issues in the last two tests implies the vehicle has not experienced persistent mechanical or structural concerns. However, the duplicate entry for the 2024 test—one pass and one fail—indicates a potential administrative error rather than a technical failure, though this should prompt verification of the correct test outcome. The mileage progression shows consistent annual usage, averaging around 7,700 miles per year, which aligns with typical long-term ownership patterns for this model. There are no significant gaps or spikes in mileage between tests, and the vehicle’s age of 15 years correlates closely with the recorded usage. This suggests the car has been driven regularly rather than stored or underused, which could accelerate wear on components like suspension bushes, brake calipers, and drivetrain seals. Given the clean MOT history, a buyer should prioritise a thorough inspection of high-wear items such as the suspension bushes and coil springs, particularly for perishing or cracking. The brakes—though never failed—should be checked for uneven wear, binding calipers, or corrosion on the discs and pads, especially if the vehicle has encountered wet or salted roads. Structural integrity remains a concern for a 15-year-old vehicle, so the underbody, wheel arches, and sills should be examined for corrosion, particularly around the rear axle and subframe mounts. The absence of advisories does not guarantee these areas are sound, so visual and functional checks are essential.