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GK57 TGJ

2007 BMW 1 Series

Silver Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

17,161 mi
Last recorded17,161 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 1 Series80,116 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK57 TGJ
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 17,161 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All four (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 May 2025 14,405 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2024 14,126 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2023 13,842 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 13,531 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 13,254 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 12,996 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 12,647 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 11,992 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 11,437 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 22 Aug 2016 10,737 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 10,034 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 9,229 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 8,343 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 7,440 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2012 7,390 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 17 Aug 2011 6,213 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 4,637 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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GK57 TGJ is a 2007 BMW 1 Series in Silver with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 GK57 TGJ, 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 GK57 TGJ registered?

GK57 TGJ is a 2007 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 3 September 2007.

Is GK57 TGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK57 TGJ shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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