2008 BMW 116 1.6L Petrol · MF58 YSW

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a successful MOT test in September 2025. The maintenance trend appears largely stable, as evidenced by three consecutive clean passes between 2022 and 2024. The single failure recorded on 24 September 2025 for a major leak in the central front exhaust was rectified immediately, passing the following day. This indicates that the owner is responsive to critical safety and emissions failures when identified by the tester. The mileage profile is notably low for an 18-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,465 miles per year. Between September 2022 and September 2025, the car covered only 4,372 miles, moving from 94,004 to 98,376 miles. This low usage suggests minimal mechanical wear on the engine and drivetrain, though such low-mileage patterns can sometimes lead to degradation of rubber components, perished seals, and corrosion on brake discs due to lack of regular use. A buyer should physically inspect the exhaust system to ensure that the recent repair to the leak is sound and no further corrosion is developing. Given the low mileage and age, specific attention must be paid to the suspension integrity, particularly rubber bushes and coil springs, which can crack over time regardless of distance driven. Checking the brake rotors for pitting or seized calipers is also advisable, as vehicles that sit for long periods often suffer from surface rust.