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BL56 EXH

2007 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2023
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

142,062 mi
Last recorded142,062 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2022
Typical for 2007 BMW 1 Series80,116 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL56 EXH
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2022 142,062 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2020 114,026 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Feb 2019 105,099 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Feb 2018 98,133 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2018 98,133 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low both (1.8)

Pass 30 Mar 2017 94,683 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Oil leak ()

Pass 13 Feb 2016 85,554 miles

Engine cover fitted

Under tray fitted

Pass 1 Mar 2014 65,596 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 2 Mar 2013 58,198 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2012 50,048 miles

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

both front tyres worn out on edges

Fail 19 Feb 2011 40,288 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

service light on

Pass 19 Feb 2011 40,288 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

service light on

Pass 20 Feb 2010 30,515 miles

Nearside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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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BL56 EXH is a 2007 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 BL56 EXH, 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 BL56 EXH registered?

BL56 EXH is a 2007 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 16 January 2007.

Is BL56 EXH safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL56 EXH shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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