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FD57 SZL

2007 BMW 1 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

99,079 mi
Last recorded99,079 miles
Recorded on26 May 2018
Typical for 2007 BMW 1 Series80,116 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD57 SZL
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 May 2018 99,079 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 83,797 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 74,800 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 67,102 miles

child seat fitted unable to inspect belt propplly

exhaust down pipe flexi joint has movement in it

under trays fitted obscuring componets

Fail 23 Oct 2015 67,102 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed due to cut in inner edge (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed due to cut in outer edge (4.1.D.1b)

child seat fitted unable to inspect belt propplly

exhaust down pipe flexi joint has movement in it

under trays fitted obscuring componets

Pass 16 Oct 2014 56,186 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Oct 2013 49,654 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2013 49,654 miles

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

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

Pass 11 May 2012 28,931 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 21,394 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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FD57 SZL is a 2007 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 FD57 SZL, 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

How do I check the history of FD57 SZL?

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What year was FD57 SZL registered?

FD57 SZL is a 2007 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 8 November 2007.

Is FD57 SZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD57 SZL shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FD57 SZL have outstanding finance?

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