2018 BMW 118 1.5L Petrol · LE18 EZB

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the recent MOT history indicates a shift toward reactive rather than proactive maintenance. While the latest test in June 2025 at 38,540 miles passed, it followed a significant failure just two days prior at 38,398 miles. The failure revealed critical tyre wear on the nearside front and persistent issues with the brake discs. This trend suggests the previous owner only addressed mechanical defects once they reached a legal failure point rather than performing routine preventative maintenance. The mileage profile is notably low for an eight-year-old BMW, averaging approximately 4,800 miles per year. There is a visible gap in usage between June 2023 at 20,676 miles and May 2025 at 38,398 miles, where the vehicle covered nearly 18,000 miles in two years. Such low mileage often leads to degradation of rubber-based components and surface corrosion on metal parts, which explains the pitting and scoring noted on the brake discs despite the low total mileage recorded in the two most recent tests. A buyer must personally inspect the braking system thoroughly, as the 2025 record flagged both front and rear brake discs as worn and pitted. The recurring presence of nails in the nearside rear and uneven tyre wear across multiple years suggests potential alignment issues or a lack of basic vehicle care. Given the low mileage and age of the car, an inspection should also check for cracks in suspension bushes and bushings, which can perish when a vehicle sits stationary for long periods.