2021 BMW 118 1.5L Petrol · GP21 OKJ

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a clear improving trend following a minor setback. The most recent inspection conducted on 6 August 2025 at 39,647 miles yielded a clean pass with no defects recorded, indicating that any issues identified in the previous year were successfully rectified. This transition from a failure to a clean sheet suggests the current owner is proactive in addressing mechanical requirements once flagged by the tester. The mileage pattern is consistent with a five-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,000 miles per annum. Between the August 2024 and August 2025 tests, the car covered 7,277 miles, which aligns with typical annual usage figures. This relatively low mileage generally reduces accelerated wear on high-stress components like the drivetrain and turbocharger but does not eliminate the potential for rubber component degradation if the vehicle has sat for long periods between services. The failure on 2 August 2024 at 32,370 miles occurred just five days before a successful pass, suggesting a specific component failure that required immediate attention. While the record does not detail the exact reason for that initial failure, a buyer should verify the condition of the brake system, suspension bushes, and tyre mounts during a physical inspection to ensure the repair was comprehensive. Given the clean results of the last two tests, the focus should shift to checking for minor corrosion or fluid leaks that do not yet trigger a standard MOT failure.