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BL56 PCZ

2007 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

161,333 mi
Last recorded161,333 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2020
Typical for 2007 BMW 1 Series80,116 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL56 PCZ
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2020 161,333 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 145,198 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 130,345 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Sep 2017 115,727 miles

engine covers fitted restricting view

underbody covers fitted restricting view

Fail 29 Sep 2017 115,727 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

engine covers fitted restricting view

underbody covers fitted restricting view

Pass 3 Oct 2016 103,158 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 19 Sep 2015 85,594 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2015 85,594 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Mar 2015 79,325 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2014 65,548 miles

offside front and offside rear tyre close to wear bands

some play front drop links

Pass 17 Jun 2013 58,695 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 46,974 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Tyre pressure light on (this will fail next MOT with this fault).

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Red Brake light on!!

Fail 20 Mar 2012 46,974 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Tyre pressure light on (this will fail next MOT with this fault).

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Red Brake light on!!

Pass 23 Mar 2011 36,774 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2010 28,484 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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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BL56 PCZ is a 2007 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 BL56 PCZ, 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 BL56 PCZ registered?

BL56 PCZ is a 2007 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 15 February 2007.

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