2010 BMW 118 2.0L Diesel · K88 DBH

The most recent MOT on 27 February 2025 recorded a pass at 123,066 miles, the only outstanding items being slight damage to the nearside front tyre and reduced damping in both rear shock absorbers. Over the past decade the record shows recurring tyre wear and progressive shock absorber degradation, but no repeat failures of structural components; the trend can therefore be described as stable with minor consumable wear that should be addressed promptly. Mileage has risen from 51,737 miles in July 2013 to 123,066 miles in February 2025, averaging roughly 7,700 miles per year – a figure consistent with typical private‑owner usage for a sixteen‑year‑old BMW. The annual increments are regular: 95,019 miles in November 2019, 99,014 miles in August 2020, 105,055 miles in July 2021, 116,066 miles in September 2022 and 117,018 miles in March 2024. No large mileage gaps appear, suggesting continuous operation rather than long periods of storage. A prospective buyer should give particular attention to the tyre condition; the MOT notes slight damage and cracking on the nearside front, nearside rear and offside rear tyres, indicating that tread depth may be approaching legal limits. The rear shock absorbers flagged reduced damping on both sides in the latest test, a symptom that often precedes fluid leakage or bushings wear, so a visual inspection and bounce test are advisable. Brake components have a history of low pads, corroded discs and scored surfaces, so confirming pad thickness and disc integrity is essential. The windscreen washer system has failed twice (2024 and 2022), so verifying pump operation and nozzle condition is prudent. Finally, the 2020 failure of the off‑side front anti‑roll bar linkage ball joint points to possible wear in the suspension linkage; checking for play in the anti‑roll bar and condition of surrounding bushings will help rule out emerging structural issues. In summary, the vehicle passes the latest legal test but exhibits a pattern of tyre and suspension wear that a buyer should address before committing. Prompt replacement of the affected tyres, servicing or replacement of the rear shock absorbers, and a thorough brake inspection will bring the car back to a fully reliable state.