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AK57 DJY

2007 BMW 1 Series

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

29,858 mi
Last recorded29,858 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 1 Series80,116 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK57 DJY
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 29,858 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2024 29,387 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Sep 2023 29,145 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

all tyres slightly out of shape

Pass 28 Sep 2022 28,777 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Sep 2021 28,441 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 22 Sep 2021 28,441 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 Sep 2020 27,940 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 27,205 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 26,646 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 26,352 miles

Both front tyre valves perished.

Both rear tyres perished.

Pass 8 Sep 2016 25,963 miles

Front tyre valves perished.

Rear tyres perished.

Pass 8 Sep 2015 25,275 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 9 Sep 2014 24,513 miles

both front tyres wearing on edges and perished.

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Sep 2013 23,666 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 22,599 miles

Both Front Tyres Perished/Splitting.

Pass 1 Sep 2011 21,469 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 20,194 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 1 Series?

Based on 985,320 MOT tests across 97,716 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
6,872
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
97,716
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 11,465
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4,886
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 4,140
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AK57 DJY is a 2007 BMW 1 Series in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2007 BMW 1 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 80,116 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 1 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 11,465 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AK57 DJY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 1 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 19 years old, this BMW 1 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK57 DJY registered?

AK57 DJY is a 2007 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 30 September 2007.

Is AK57 DJY safe to buy?

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