2016 BMW 228 2.0L Petrol · RO16 NTA

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on the available MOT history. The most recent test conducted on July 9, 2022, at 47,353 miles resulted in a pass with no defects or advisories recorded. This indicates that the car was in good mechanical condition during its last official inspection. Given that the current date is June 2026, the vehicle is significantly overdue for its annual MOT, requiring an immediate test to verify its current safety status. The mileage pattern is notably low for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,735 miles per year. Between March 2019 and July 2021, the car covered 18,128 miles, suggesting consistent but light use. However, there is a visible gap between July 2021 and July 2022, where the vehicle covered only 13,805 miles in a twelve-month period. While low mileage generally reduces wear on the drivetrain and braking system, long periods of inactivity can lead to the degradation of rubber-based components and flat spotting on tyres. The record is remarkably clean of recurring mechanical failures or structural corrosion, which points to a history of diligent maintenance. The failure on July 1, 2022, at 47,095 miles, was resolved quickly as the vehicle passed a retest eight days later without further defects. Because the car has sat for four years since its last recorded test, a buyer must inspect for signs of age, such as seized brake calipers, perished suspension bushes, and fluid leaks. Particular attention should be paid to tyre sidewall cracking, as low-mileage cars often suffer from age-related rubber rot despite having tread depth.