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GJ07 ULX

2007 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

98,313 mi
Last recorded98,313 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 1 Series80,116 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ07 ULX
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 98,313 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2026 98,313 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2025 97,101 miles

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Mar 2024 94,508 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2023 92,302 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 90,247 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 87,017 miles

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

all four tyres have small cracks in rubber.

Pass 24 Mar 2020 84,361 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 72,573 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 68,142 miles

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

exhaust flexi broken

Pass 27 Mar 2017 64,054 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 60,246 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 58,532 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 51,763 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 44,630 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2013 44,630 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 14 Mar 2012 37,612 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 33,396 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 27,863 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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GJ07 ULX is a 2007 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 GJ07 ULX, 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 GJ07 ULX registered?

GJ07 ULX is a 2007 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 30 March 2007.

Is GJ07 ULX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ07 ULX shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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