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BO51 SEL

2007 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

132,892 mi
Last recorded132,892 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 1 Series80,116 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBO51 SEL
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2026 132,892 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 24 Jan 2025 130,930 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Feb 2024 128,900 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2023 126,925 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2022 121,512 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2021 115,567 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2020 108,224 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2020 108,224 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jan 2019 104,887 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2018 99,391 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2017 84,069 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 4 Feb 2016 73,500 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2015 63,376 miles

Front brake disks worn

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Feb 2014 52,140 miles

rear ex bracket cracked rear tyres near limits

Pass 8 Feb 2013 44,082 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2013 44,081 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 23 Jan 2012 36,977 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2011 27,796 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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BO51 SEL is a 2007 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 BO51 SEL, 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 BO51 SEL registered?

BO51 SEL is a 2007 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 13 December 2007.

Is BO51 SEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BO51 SEL shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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