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FA07 EUW

2007 BMW 1 Series

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2025
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

167,122 mi
Last recorded167,122 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2024
Typical for 2007 BMW 1 Series80,116 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA07 EUW
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2024 167,122 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2022 158,016 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2021 152,626 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement OSR (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2020 147,683 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2020 147,678 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Mar 2020 145,837 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Mar 2019 140,388 miles

Offside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2018 136,245 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 8 Mar 2017 123,432 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Mar 2017 123,432 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Mar 2016 109,720 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2015 97,668 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 91,244 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

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

Pass 23 Jul 2013 89,364 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2013 84,369 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

front brakes inbalanced

Pass 3 Sep 2012 78,233 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2011 68,762 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 55,836 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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FA07 EUW is a 2007 BMW 1 Series in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FA07 EUW, 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 FA07 EUW registered?

FA07 EUW is a 2007 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 10 August 2007.

Is FA07 EUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA07 EUW shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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