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FL57 XZV

2007 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

86,586 mi
Last recorded86,586 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 1 Series80,116 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL57 XZV
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 86,586 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 85,143 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi joint weak (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both wearing inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 29 Aug 2024 85,143 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi joint weak (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both wearing inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 29 Aug 2023 84,589 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi joint weak (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2022 83,710 miles

front exhaust flexi joint weak

Pass 26 Aug 2021 82,804 miles

front exhaust flexi joint weak

Pass 27 Aug 2020 81,930 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 80,139 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 78,655 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2017 75,040 miles

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

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

offside front tyre worn outer edge

Fail 16 Sep 2017 75,040 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

offside front tyre worn outer edge

Pass 23 Sep 2016 68,941 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 62,256 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 55,053 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 47,569 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 38,130 miles

cut in r/h/f tyre sidewall.

Pass 2 Sep 2011 29,769 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 21,735 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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FL57 XZV 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 FL57 XZV, 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 FL57 XZV registered?

FL57 XZV is a 2007 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 17 September 2007.

Is FL57 XZV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL57 XZV 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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