2014 BMW 116 1.6L Petrol · NY14 FWR

The vehicle currently presents a stable roadworthiness profile following a clean pass in the December 2025 test at 137,615 miles. This recent result follows a consistent pattern of successful inspections over the last two years, with no defects recorded in the January 2025 or January 2024 tests. The absence of advisories in the most recent three annual inspections suggests that the vehicle's maintenance has moved from a period of reactive repairs to a more consistent standard of upkeep. The mileage accumulation is steady and aligns with typical usage for a 12-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 11,500 miles per year. The records show a reliable progression from 55,857 miles in August 2017 to the current 137,615 miles. There are no significant gaps in the testing timeline or periods of long-term inactivity, which indicates the car has been in regular use rather than sitting idle for extended periods. The historical data reveals a recurring trend regarding braking components. In August 2017, the tester flagged both front and rear brake pads and discs as worn or pitted. A similar pattern emerged in December 2020 at 80,645 miles, where the vehicle initially failed due to worn brake discs, thin rear pads, a tyre near the legal limit, and incorrect headlamp aim before passing on the retest. Another advisory for thin rear brake pads appeared in January 2023 at 103,175 miles. While these issues appear to have been addressed given the subsequent clean passes, they highlight that the braking system requires regular monitoring. A prospective buyer should focus their physical inspection on the current condition of the brake discs and pads to ensure the recent clean MOTs reflect recent replacement rather than just the absence of immediate failure. Given the history of tyre wear and sidewall damage noted in 2019 and 2020, a thorough check of the remaining tyre tread and sidewall integrity is advisable. No structural corrosion or suspension component failures have been flagged in this record, but the consistent focus on consumables suggests a need to verify that all wear-and-tear items are currently within optimal operating parameters.