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EK07 CFN

2007 BMW 1 Series

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

139,083 mi
Last recorded139,083 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2023
Typical for 2007 BMW 1 Series80,116 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK07 CFN
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2023 139,083 miles

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

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Rear Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2022 137,802 miles

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

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

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

Fail 22 Sep 2022 137,772 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

Pass 8 Sep 2021 131,115 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Fail 3 Sep 2021 131,114 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Central (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 3 Sep 2020 121,051 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 104,597 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 25 Feb 2019 104,530 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing One wheel bolt (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp Indicates a fault

Pass 23 Feb 2018 95,396 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 225/45W17 RSC (pirelli fitted to front) (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on or just above the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. nearside has weak efficiency (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 24 Feb 2017 84,613 miles

Advise rear tyre treads 4mm depth

Pass 20 Feb 2016 70,886 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 59,546 miles

advise baby seats fitted to rear belts not checked

advise rear b/pads 60% worn

Pass 22 Feb 2014 47,111 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2013 35,823 miles

advise baby seats fitted to rear belts not checked

advise front tyre wearing on inner and outer edges

Pass 27 Feb 2012 30,086 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)

Fail 27 Feb 2012 30,086 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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)

Pass 22 Mar 2011 22,886 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 17,755 miles

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

advise front number plate damaged.

advise offside rear tyre worn low on inner edge.

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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EK07 CFN is a 2007 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EK07 CFN, 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 EK07 CFN registered?

EK07 CFN is a 2007 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 9 March 2007.

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