2016 BMW 118 1.5L Petrol · MD16 ABV

This BMW 118 demonstrates a stable roadworthiness trend with a clean record of passes over the last three years. The most recent test on 30 January 2026 at 114,242 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded. While the vehicle failed a test on 23 January 2026, the record shows no specific defects for that failure, suggesting a possible administrative error or a minor issue rectified immediately before the successful retest a week later. The mileage accumulation is consistent with the vehicle's age, averaging roughly 11,424 miles per year. There was a notable increase in usage between January 2024 and January 2025, where the odometer rose from 89,744 to 103,206 miles. This period of higher activity did not result in any recorded mechanical failures or advisories, indicating the car handled the increased load without immediate degradation. The absence of any advisories across five tests since June 2023 is unusual for a vehicle of this age and mileage. Typically, a car with 114,242 miles would show wear on suspension bushes, brake discs, or tyre tread. The lack of flagged consumables suggests either a very rigorous preventative maintenance regime by the previous owner or a tester who has been lenient with minor wear items. A buyer should manually verify the condition of the brake pads and discs, as well as the depth of the tyre treads, to ensure they are not nearing their legal limit. Given the lack of recorded corrosion or suspension issues in the DVSA data, a physical inspection should focus on the underside for any hidden rust or leaking shock absorbers that may have been overlooked during the MOT process.