2012 BMW 116 2.0L Diesel · NJ12 NLM

The 2025‑11‑19 MOT passed the vehicle, yet the recorded off‑side front lower suspension arm pin/bush wear and steering rack inner‑joint play remain noted, indicating a stable maintenance record with no clear improvement. At 31,412 miles the car averages roughly 2,200 miles per year, well below the typical 7‑8,000‑mile annual usage for a 2012 model, suggesting light use or extended periods of inactivity; however the mileage history shows irregular bursts, such as the jump from 26,324 miles in November 2021 to 28,423 miles in November 2022, indicating periods of more intensive use. A buyer should therefore focus on the suspension arm bushings and pins, checking for excessive movement or looseness, and test the steering rack for play at the inner joints; inspect all four tyres for perishing, examine the off‑side rear coil spring for corrosion, verify brake caliper operation for binding, and assess headlamp aim and any structural rust on the undertrays or body panels.