2005 BMW 116 1.6L Petrol · SR05 AOC

The 2025‑10‑28 MOT at 100,951 miles passed without any serious defects, confirming that the 2005 BMW 116 remains roadworthy. The preceding 2025‑10‑27 test recorded the same mileage but failed on the front wiper clearing the windscreen and listed the same suspension corrosion and brake disc wear; the subsequent pass indicates that the wiper issue was rectified and that the corrosion, while present, has not progressed to a critical level. This recent success shows a stable maintenance trend, with earlier faults addressed before the latest inspection. With a total of 100,951 miles accumulated over 21 years, the vehicle averages roughly 4,800 miles per year, a figure that is low for its age and suggests extended periods of inactivity. Mileage spikes between 2014 and 2015 (8,664 miles) and between 2015 and 2016 (9,000 miles) show periods of more active use, whereas the interval from 2020 to 2021 saw only 384 miles, indicating the car may have been stored for a year. The early years from 2014 to 2020 display relatively steady increments, and the overall pattern points to light usage rather than rapid deterioration. A buyer should therefore prioritize a physical inspection of the front and rear suspension components, paying close attention to the corroded bushes and sub‑frame seals identified in the 2024 and 2025 tests. The repeatedly flagged brake discs, described as worn, pitted or scored but not seriously weakened, merit a thorough measurement of disc thickness and visual assessment for deep scoring. The wiper and washer system failures in 2019 and 2025 suggest checking the condition of the wiper blades, linkage and washer pump for adequate spray. Tyre wear recorded near the legal limit in 2017, 2018 and 2024, together with the 2017 brake hose deterioration, means the tyres, sidewalls and brake hoses should be examined for cracks, uneven wear and proper inflation. Overall, the maintenance record shows a stable, low‑mileage vehicle with isolated but addressable faults; a careful in‑person inspection of the highlighted components will confirm whether the recent MOT reflects the true condition.