2011 BMW 118 2.0L Diesel · SA11 ABF

The vehicle presents a stable profile of roadworthiness, evidenced by four consecutive clean MOT MOT passes. The most recent test conducted in November 2025 at 115,798 miles resulted in no recorded defects, indicating that the car currently meets the minimum legal safety standards. Following a single failure in late 2022, the owner has maintained a consistent record without advisories, suggesting that any previously identified issues were addressed and rectified. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent for a fifteen-year-old BMW, averaging approximately 7,700 miles per annum. Between October 2023 and November 2025, the car covered 16,596 miles, showing a steady usage profile rather than erratic bursts or long periods of neglect. This regular operation often reduces the risk of seized components or brake corrosion that typically affects vehicles that sit stationary. The lack of significant mileage gaps between the last three tests suggests the vehicle remains in regular use and is maintained according to annual testing intervals. While the digital record shows no recurring faults, a buyer must still perform a physical inspection for potential age-related degradation common to this model. Given the vehicle's age and mileage, the condition of the suspension bushes, coil springs, and rubber arm joints warrants scrutiny, as the MOT does not flag minor play until it reaches a failure threshold. The buyer should also check for structural corrosion on the chassis sills and inspect the brake lines for perish, as these areas can deteriorate despite a clean MOT history.