2012 BMW 116 1.6L Diesel · KE12 AFN

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a very recent MOT pass on 21 July 2026 at 107,569 miles. While the most recent test required a retest following a failure on 20 July 2026 due to insufficient windscreen washer fluid and an obstructed inspection caused by a child seat, the vehicle has maintained a consistent passing record over the last several years. The absence of defects in the 2025 and 2022 tests suggests periods of high-quality maintenance, though the history shows a recurring pattern of minor consumable failures. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 7,684 miles per year. The data shows steady progress from 85,818 miles in May 2016 to the current 107,569 miles. There are no significant gaps in usage that would suggest long periods of stagnation, nor are there any sudden spikes in mileage that would indicate heavy commercial or high-intensity driving. The gradual increase in mileage supports the assessment that this is a typical private use vehicle. A buyer should focus on tyre management and basic lighting maintenance. The MOT history shows a persistent trend of tyre-related failures, including a structural tear on the offside front tyre in July 2024, a perished tyre in July 2023, and tread depth issues in August 2021 and April 2018. This suggests the previous owner occasionally deferred tyre replacements until they reached the legal limit or failed inspection. While no major structural corrosion or suspension component failures have been flagged in the recent years, the recurring minor electrical and consumable issues indicate that a thorough check of all exterior lighting and the condition of the tyre sidewalls is necessary. Given the lack of recorded advisories regarding brakes, suspension bushes, or exhaust emissions in the most recent successful tests, the mechanical integrity appears sound. However, the recent failure regarding washer fluid indicates that basic fluid levels and wiper functionality should be verified to ensure the vehicle meets all immediate operational requirements.