2012 BMW 116 1.6L Petrol · PO61 URR

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy certificate, but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward reactive repairs. While it passed its most recent test in July 2025 at 67,325 miles, it had failed that same inspection due to multiple mechanical and electrical defects. The presence of an ABS fault warning lamp during the failure indicates an electronic or sensor issue that was addressed before the re-test, while other noted wear items required immediate attention. At 14 years old, the recorded mileage of 67,325 miles represents low annual usage of approximately 4,800 miles per year. A significant gap of 13,247 miles occurred between the June 2024 test at 54,078 miles and the July 2025 test, suggesting a period of higher use following long intervals of inactivity. Such low mileage often leads to the degradation of rubber components and corrosion on metal surfaces, which aligns with the technical findings in the latest MOT record. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the braking system and suspension. The July 2025 record flagged pitted and scored front brake discs along with thin rear pads, indicating that the braking assembly is nearing the end of its service life. The severely deteriorated dust cover on the nearside front anti-roll bar ball joint is a sign of impending suspension failure if moisture has entered the joint. Furthermore, the buyer should verify that the ABS fault which caused the previous failure has been fully rectified and does not reappear, as intermittent electronic faults in these models can be costly to diagnose.