2015 BMW 120 1.6L Petrol · WV65 FCM

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, though the history reveals a pattern of reactive rather than proactive maintenance. The most recent test on 29 January 2022 at 70,013 miles passed with no defects, suggesting that previous mechanical concerns were addressed. However, the record shows a period of significant neglect in early 2020, indicating that the previous owner only intervened when safety-critical components reached the point of failure. At 11 years old, the recorded 70,013 miles represent an average usage of approximately 6,365 miles per annum, which is consistent with light commuting. There is a notable gap in the data between August 2018 (34,457 miles) and February 2020 (53,088 miles), where the vehicle covered nearly 19,000 miles in just 18 months. The interval between February 2020 and January 2022 shows a significant drop in usage with only 16,925 miles recorded, which can lead to the degradation of rubber components and brake fluid moisture. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the braking system and tyres. The tester repeatedly flagged thin brake pads on both axles across 2020 and 2021, implying that while the pads were eventually replaced, the discs should be checked for deep scoring or glazing, as they were likely run to their limit. The February 2020 failure for exposed cords on the front and edge wear on the rear suggests potential alignment issues or worn suspension bushes. Given the low annual mileage, checking for tyre sidewall cracking and flat-spotting is essential to ensure the vehicle has not sat stationary for extended periods between services.