2016 BMW 218 1.5L Petrol · SC16 AET

The vehicle is road‑worthy, having passed its latest MOT on 18 October 2025 at 60,521 miles. The tester recorded thin rear brake pads and a near‑side rear tyre worn close to the legal limit, both flagged as advisories. These same brake‑pad warnings appeared in the 16 October 2024 test, while tyre wear was first noted on the off‑side rear in September 2021, indicating a consistent pattern of consumable wear rather than a deteriorating structural condition. Overall the maintenance trend appears stable, with no new mechanical or safety defects emerging over the last five years. Mileage has risen from 23,849 miles in April 2019 to 60,521 miles in October 2025, averaging roughly 6,000 miles per annum – a typical usage rate for a ten‑year‑old BMW 218. The records show regular annual testing, primarily in October, with only a one‑month deviation in September 2021, suggesting no significant gaps or sudden mileage spikes. The incremental increase of about 6–7 k miles each year aligns with the modest wear observed on tyres and brake pads. A prospective buyer should give close attention to the rear braking system, confirming pad thickness and inspecting the discs for any scoring or excessive wear that may have developed since the last advisory. Tyre condition warrants inspection on both rear wheels, focusing on tread depth and edge wear to verify that replacement is not imminent. The 2022 report of a perished rear suspension bush and a worn front arm pin or bush suggests checking the rear suspension for play and the front suspension for any looseness in the arm bushes. Finally, confirming that headlamp aim has been corrected since the 2019 failure will ensure compliance with lighting regulations.