2009 BMW 116 1.6L Diesel · LC09 RWJ

The 2026‑03‑23 MOT at 125,907 miles recorded a pass with no defects, confirming that the vehicle currently meets the DVSA roadworthiness standard and that the maintenance trend remains stable. Mileage has risen from 113,468 miles in May 2023 to 125,907 miles in March 2026, an average increase of roughly 4,500 miles per year, which aligns with the vehicle’s 17‑year age and typical usage patterns; the interval between the March 2026 and March 2026 tests is only four miles, showing a continuous, uninterrupted service history. A buyer should therefore focus on the mechanical components that commonly show wear at this mileage: inspect the suspension bushes and coil springs for cracking or sagging, examine the brake discs and calipers for scoring, binding or excessive wear, and verify the absence of structural rust on the sills, chassis rails and wheel arches, as well as the condition of the exhaust system and emission controls. Given the clean defect record, the primary risk lies in normal consumable wear rather than catastrophic failure, so a thorough visual inspection and a test drive to listen for abnormal noises or feel for brake pull are essential before purchase.