2005 BMW 116 1.6L Petrol · SH05 YYW

The vehicle presents a questionable maintenance profile characterized by a trend of reactive repairs rather than proactive care. While the most recent MOT test in June 2023 at 151,551 miles resulted in a pass, it followed an immediate failure due to multiple safety-critical issues including perished front tyres and leaking shock absorbers. The fact that three years have passed since the last recorded test means the current roadworthiness status is unverified and the mechanical state of the vehicle has likely deteriorated, especially given the fluid faults identified in the final inspection. At 151,551 miles over 21 years, the car averages approximately 7,200 miles per annum, which aligns with typical low-mileage usage. However, the data shows a significant surge in activity between May 2021 and May 2022, where the vehicle covered nearly 22,000 miles in just twelve months. This period of heavy driving followed a major failure in 2021 at 112,195 miles, which flagged an inoperative airbag, poor brake efficiency, and missing wheel bolts, suggesting a period where the vehicle was under high stress despite basic mechanical neglect. A buyer must prioritise a physical inspection of the front suspension and braking system. The light misting on the shock absorbers noted in 2023 indicates the beginning of seal failure which will eventually require replacement. Given the history of poor parking brake efficiency and missing wheel fixings, the integrity of the brake assembly and the torque on all wheel bolts should be verified immediately. Furthermore, check for dry rot on the tyres, as the previous record highlighted perishing rubber, suggesting the car may have sat for long periods between its bursts of high mileage.