2016 BMW 116 1.5L Diesel · LO65 KSV

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a trend of reactive rather than proactive upkeep. While the most recent test in July 2025 at 96,699 miles passed, it flagged offside front play in the steering rack inner joints. This specific fault is a recurring issue having also appeared in August 2024, suggesting that while the component was addressed following the previous failure, the steering assembly or related suspension geometry remains under significant stress. The mileage pattern is consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,700 miles per year. There is a notable gap of 21,639 miles recorded between June 2023 at 61,015 miles and August 2024 at 82,654 miles. This period of higher usage coincides with the cluster of failures seen in August 2024, where the car failed due to four separate tyres and a deteriorated exhaust flexi. The data suggests that consumable items were neglected until they reached critical or legal failure points. A buyer must closely inspect the steering system for any remaining knocks or vague feedback, as the rack inner joints have failed inspection multiple times. The August 2024 failure highlighted significant uneven tyre wear on the front axle, which often indicates alignment issues or worn suspension bushes that have not been fully rectified. Given the thin brake pads noted in 2023, a full inspection of the current braking system and disc condition is required to ensure no binding calipers or uneven wear has developed since the last advisory.