2010 BMW 116 2.0L Diesel · LS60 CUV

The 2010 BMW 116i presents a stable and well-documented maintenance profile. The most recent MOT, conducted on 1st March 2023 at 144,476 miles, passed with zero defects recorded. This clean result has persisted across multiple consecutive tests, including a pass on 20th March 2021 at 129,642 miles and another on 18th March 2022 at 136,621 miles. The trend is clearly stable, with no recurring mechanical or structural advisories flagged by any tester over this period. For a vehicle now approaching three years beyond its last MOT, the historical record suggests consistent, attentive ownership. The mileage accumulation is remarkably linear and typical for a vehicle of this age. Between March 2021 and March 2022, the car covered 6,979 miles. The following year, from March 2022 to March 2023, it added 7,855 miles. This equates to roughly 7,400 miles per annum over the documented period, aligning closely with the overall lifetime average of approximately 9,030 miles per year. Critically, the recorded mileage froze at exactly 144,476 miles between the failed test on 21st February 2023 and the subsequent pass on 1st March 2023, indicating the vehicle was not driven between these two dates. The MOT record itself is sparse but entirely clean, with no gaps in annual testing and no defects of any kind. Despite the flawless MOT history, the absence of a test since March 2023 means a buyer must verify the current condition of high-mileage wear components. At 144,476 miles, the front suspension bushes, rear coil springs, and anti-roll bar linkages are well past the point where perishing and cracking become common. The braking system, particularly the rear calipers and handbrake mechanism on this model, warrants close inspection for binding or uneven pad wear, even though no such fault appeared in the last test. Exhaust emissions should be checked under load, as a failing catalytic converter or lambda sensor can develop between tests without triggering an MOT failure until thresholds are breached. A thorough underbody inspection is essential. Structural corrosion around the rear subframe mounting points, sills, and jacking points is a known issue on this generation BMW, and surface corrosion that was acceptable in 2023 may have progressed. The cooling system, including the expansion tank, thermostat, and water pump, should be examined for early signs of failure, as these components often deteriorate silently. Tyre condition and tread depth across all four corners should be verified, along with the operation of the power steering system. The MOT record confirms a well-maintained vehicle, but the three-year gap since the last test demands a careful physical inspection to confirm that standard has been upheld.