2022 BMW 116 1.5L Diesel · TS20 TAS

The 2022 BMW 116 has produced a notably sparse MOT record, with only two tests captured in the DVSA history and one advisory logged. The most recent examination on 9 April 2026 returned a pass, with a single advisory noting that a front tyre was worn close to the legal limit and worn on the edge close to the wear indicators. The previous test on 14 April 2025 recorded no defects at all. While the absence of advisories in 2025 and the single, isolated advisory in 2026 are not unusual for a vehicle of this age and mileage, the thinness of the record itself limits the extent to which long-term component wear patterns can be reliably assessed. The single flagged item relates specifically to a front tyre showing edge wear, which is the type of advisory that can be remedied at the point of test and does not in isolation suggest an underlying mechanical fault, though the precise cause of the uneven wear pattern warrants closer inspection on any test drive. With 38,901 miles recorded over four years, the vehicle has been driven at an annual average of approximately 9,725 miles, which sits broadly within typical usage expectations for a car of this age. There is no evidence in the MOT history of significant testing gaps or periods off the road, which would otherwise raise concerns about dormant component issues such as seized brake calipers, deteriorated rubber bushes, or fluid degradation. At this mileage level, consumable wear on items such as brake pads, discs, tyres, and wiper blades would be expected to be moderate rather than advanced, and there is no mileage profile to suggest that the drivetrain, clutch, or suspension components have been subjected to unusually heavy use. Given that the only recorded advisory concerns front tyre edge wear, a prospective buyer should pay particular attention to the geometry of the front axle during a test drive. Uneven shoulder wear on a front tyre can be indicative of misalignment, worn suspension linkages, or deteriorated bushes, all of which would warrant a physical inspection on a ramp. On the road, any tendency for the steering to pull to one side, a vague or wandering front end, or uneven steering self-centring should be noted, along with any knocking or clonking from the front suspension when traversing speed bumps or potholes. Additionally, because no brake-related advisories have been recorded, the brake discs and pads should still be inspected for wear, binding calipers, and corrosion around the caliper carriers, particularly given that the vehicle has completed four years of road use. The vehicle is now approaching an age where factory anti-corrosion treatments begin to lose effectiveness on certain components, and although no corrosion advisories appear in the MOT record, it is prudent to inspect the underside, wheel arches, and subframe mounting points for any early signs of surface rust or bubbling paintwork. A thorough inspection underneath should also cover the condition of the brake pipes, fuel lines, and exhaust mounting rubbers. Given the limited MOT history available, commissioning a pre-purchase inspection by an independent BMW specialist would provide a more complete assessment of the vehicle's current mechanical state than the two recorded tests can offer on their own.