2016 BMW I3 Electricity · L29 RAL

The vehicle holds a clean pass at its most recent MOT on 29 December 2025, at 109,416 miles, with no defects recorded. The pattern across the last two annual tests is stable and positive: the December 2024 test also ended in a pass at 91,854 miles, despite an initial failure on the same day being cleared without any residual advisory. That consistent, defect-free outcome suggests the previous owner addressed any fault promptly and maintained the car to a sound standard. Mileage accumulation is steady but heavy. The car covered roughly 16,746 miles between January 2023 and December 2024, then approximately 17,562 miles in the following twelve months to December 2025. That rate sits well above the 10,942 miles per year average for a ten-year-old vehicle, indicating sustained daily use rather than occasional light driving. The record shows no unusual gaps, so the car has not stood idle for long periods, which is generally favourable for seals, brakes, and the high-voltage battery on an i3. Because every pass is clean with no advisories, the MOT history reveals no recurring faults to chase. Still, at over 109,000 miles, a physical inspection is essential. Check suspension bushes, anti-roll bar links, and ball joints for play, and inspect the brake discs and pads for lipping or uneven wear consistent with heavy usage. For the i3 specifically, verify the high-voltage battery’s usable range on a test drive and look at the tyre date codes and remaining tread, as the rapid annual mileage will have consumed these items quickly. The official record gives no cause for alarm, but it cannot confirm the condition of consumables or the electric drivetrain at this mileage.