2019 BMW I3 Electricity · YH69 FDG

The BMW i3 presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass at its most recent MOT on 17 October 2025 at 33,808 miles. The only defect recorded on that date was a minor windscreen washer fluid issue, which was rectified on the same day. This outcome, following a history of generally clean passes, indicates no serious mechanical or structural deterioration at the point of last inspection. The vehicle has covered approximately 11,337 miles in the three years between September 2022 and October 2025, averaging roughly 3,779 miles annually. While the overall mileage remains low for a 2019 vehicle at around 4,830 miles per year, the acceleration in recent use suggests the car has transitioned from a long period of light use to more regular driving. The MOT record is clean and consistent, with no mileage anomalies or gaps that would suggest odometer tampering or extended periods off the road. A single advisory appeared in the September 2022 test at 12,555 miles, where the tester noted scoring on the offside rear brake disc. Brake disc scoring at such low mileage is unusual and may point to a sticking caliper or infrequent use causing surface corrosion. Given the subsequent clean passes, the issue appears to have been addressed, but a buyer should still inspect the rear braking system for uneven wear, caliper function, and disc condition. The low annual mileage also warrants a close check of tyre age and condition, as rubber degrades over time regardless of tread depth. Beyond the braking system, a physical inspection should focus on the suspension bushes, coil springs, and subframe for corrosion, particularly if the vehicle has stood for extended periods. The i3's carbon-fibre body panels and aluminium chassis are generally corrosion-resistant, but subframe mounts and suspension components remain vulnerable. The clean MOT history is reassuring, but the low use pattern means age-related deterioration could be hidden beneath a fault-free record.