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GN57 VXB

2007 BMW 1 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

153,285 mi
Last recorded153,285 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 1 Series80,116 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN57 VXB
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2025 153,285 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2024 148,735 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2023 143,877 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2022 137,311 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2021 127,123 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Nov 2020 122,107 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Dec 2019 109,658 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Dec 2018 99,426 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 87,477 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn well below 1.6mm tread depth outside edge

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

Offside Front Tyre worn below 1.6mm tread depth outside edge

Under bonnet covers fitted

undertrays fitted

Pass 26 Aug 2016 73,886 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 65,701 miles

Child seat fitted

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under trays fitted

Pass 2 Jul 2014 52,411 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 26 Jun 2013 41,970 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 37,606 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2012 37,606 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 12 Sep 2011 32,757 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 24,812 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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GN57 VXB is a 2007 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 GN57 VXB, 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 GN57 VXB?

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What year was GN57 VXB registered?

GN57 VXB is a 2007 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 19 September 2007.

Is GN57 VXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN57 VXB shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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