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BD57 TJZ

2007 BMW 1 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

70,980 mi
Last recorded70,980 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 1 Series80,116 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD57 TJZ
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 70,980 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2024 69,120 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge + wearing outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2023 67,350 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing + deep cuts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing + deep cuts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2022 65,055 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2021 63,064 miles

Front discs in poor condition

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear subframe corroded

Fail 24 Nov 2021 63,064 miles

Front discs in poor condition

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear subframe corroded

Pass 25 Nov 2020 61,900 miles

Emission limits tested but DSM unable to register reading

Pass 11 Nov 2019 60,812 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2019 60,812 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2018 57,197 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 52,741 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both fronts (3.6.B.4d)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Nov 2016 47,608 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 16 Nov 2016 47,605 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre wearing low on tread, outer edge

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Tyre wearing low on tread, inner edge

Pass 17 Nov 2015 42,764 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad warning wire not connected to pad.

Fail 14 Nov 2014 38,080 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 14 Nov 2014 38,080 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2013 32,305 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 25,668 miles

scratch on nearside front door

Pass 11 Nov 2011 20,129 miles

rear tyres worn off on edges(205/55/16-h-michelin primacy-fitted at present)

scratch on nearside front door

Pass 18 Nov 2010 12,922 miles

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

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

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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BD57 TJZ is a 2007 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BD57 TJZ, 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.

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What year was BD57 TJZ registered?

BD57 TJZ is a 2007 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 27 November 2007.

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