2015 BMW 220 2.0L Petrol · FV15 VBO

The 2026‑02‑14 MOT at 92,928 miles recorded a pass, confirming the BMW 220 is presently roadworthy, though the near‑side rear tyre showed wear close to the legal limit on the edge. The maintenance record shows a stable pattern; after a 2018 failure involving a tyre cut and worn brake pads, subsequent tests from 2019 onward have been passes with only minor tyre‑related defects recurring. Mileage has risen from 48,304 miles in June 2018 to 92,928 miles in February 2026, averaging about 8,400 miles per year, which aligns with the vehicle’s 11‑year age. The progression is largely continuous, with the most notable acceleration occurring between the 2025 test at 82,900 miles and the 2026 test at 92,928 miles, a 10,000‑mile increase in a single year, while earlier intervals such as 2018‑2019 show a 13,000‑mile jump but remain within a plausible usage pattern. A buyer should therefore inspect the suspension components, particularly the near‑side track rod end ball joint dust cover and rear suspension bushes, as these have been flagged for deterioration in multiple tests. The rear brake pads have repeatedly been noted as wearing thin, indicating potential caliper binding or disc wear that warrants close examination. Tyre condition, especially the near‑side rear edge wear and any perishing on the front tyres, should be assessed, along with the functionality of the off‑side stop lamp, direction indicator and rear fog lamp, which have previously been recorded as defective. Finally, the absence of structural rust or major mechanical failures in the MOT history suggests the chassis remains sound, but the recurring tyre and brake issues point to possible alignment or usage patterns that a prospective purchaser should verify before committing to the vehicle.