I’ve had the new keys cut by a chap in Woking market for £10 the pair. I’m pleased to report that both keys work fine in all the locks both ways up.

Finally got a chance to give the car a good run down some dark snowy lanes last night. It behaves really well, 10/10 to it for handling given patchy surface traction.

The headlamps aren’t bright enough though. Even with high beam and fogs, it’s still just not good enough. Following some advice from BMW Car Forum, I’ve ordered two pairs of Philips H1 Vision Plus bulbs, for just under £22 delivered. Here’s hoping that they’ll help…