2021 BMW 318I SE Auto 2.0L Petrol · SC07 HAZ

The 2021 BMW 318i SE Auto currently holds a clean MOT, having passed its most recent test on 5 September 2025 at 35,011 miles with zero defects recorded. That represents a marked improvement over the 2024 test, where a nearside rear tyre advisory was flagged. The maintenance trend is therefore stable and appears to be improving, with no recurring mechanical or structural failures on file. The vehicle has covered approximately 7,002 miles per year, which is broadly typical for a five-year-old executive saloon. Mileage accumulation has been consistent, with no dramatic jumps or suspiciously long dormant periods between recorded tests. The 11,064-mile gain between September 2024 and September 2025 suggests a return to regular use after slightly lighter mileage in the prior year. The sole advisory in the record concerns the nearside rear tyre, flagged on 17 September 2024 at 23,947 miles for tread wear close to the legal limit and uneven edge wear. This was not present at the subsequent test, indicating it was addressed. Uneven tyre wear on a rear-driven saloon can point to misaligned tracking, worn suspension bushes, or a binding rear caliper, so a buyer should physically inspect the nearside rear wheel arch, suspension linkage, and brake components for any residual issues. The clean September 2025 result suggests the matter was resolved, but a fresh tyre condition check remains prudent given the car's low mileage potentially masking long periods of standing. Beyond the tyre advisory, the record is notably clean with no corrosion, exhaust emission, or structural integrity flags across three consecutive tests. A prospective buyer should still examine the underside for surface corrosion on subframes and suspension mounting points, verify brake disc and pad condition given the relatively low annual mileage that can promote disc corrosion, and confirm the exhaust system is free from leaks. The automatic transmission fluid condition is also worth checking, as low-mileage use can lead to fluid degradation if servicing intervals have been extended beyond BMW's recommendations.