2016 BMW 218 1.5L Petrol · SL16 NGV

The vehicle currently presents a stable roadworthiness profile following a clean pass in the June 2025 test at 63,126 miles. This most recent result indicates that previous mechanical issues have been addressed, as no defects or advisories were recorded. The maintenance trend shows an improvement from late 2024, moving from a failed inspection to a clean certificate. The mileage accumulation appears consistent with a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 6,300 miles per year. The recorded data shows steady progression from 36,012 miles in October 2022 to the current 63,126 miles in June 2025. This pattern suggests regular, predictable usage rather than long periods of inactivity or excessive high-speed motorway running. A buyer should focus attention on the front suspension and braking components. The October 2024 tests at 56,010 and 56,012 miles flagged slight play in the front wheels and pitted front brake discs. While these were resolved for the 2025 test, the recurrence of wheel play suggests the suspension bushes or ball joints may be approaching the end of their service life. The tyre history also indicates a period of neglected consumable maintenance. The failure on 28 October 2024 due to nearside and offside rear tyres falling below the 1.6mm legal limit suggests the previous owner was not monitoring tread depth closely. A physical inspection of all four tyres and a check for uneven wear patterns is necessary to ensure the recent replacements have corrected any underlying alignment issues.