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HK57 LZU

2007 BMW 1 Series

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

133,787 mi
Last recorded133,787 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 1 Series80,116 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK57 LZU
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2025 133,787 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2024 123,903 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 2 Aug 2023 112,342 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 101,892 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 Aug 2022 101,753 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Aug 2021 92,333 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 85,109 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2020 81,200 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2020 81,200 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 31 Jan 2019 72,128 miles

service light on

Pass 10 Jan 2018 62,261 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 31 Jan 2017 56,428 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

gearbox oil leak

Pass 14 Jan 2016 47,860 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2015 43,576 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2014 32,674 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2013 22,705 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 21 Nov 2011 17,102 miles

small stone chips front windscreen.

Pass 19 Nov 2010 12,676 miles

stone chips and road marks front windscreen.

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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HK57 LZU is a 2007 BMW 1 Series in Silver 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 HK57 LZU, 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 HK57 LZU?

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What year was HK57 LZU registered?

HK57 LZU is a 2007 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 11 December 2007.

Is HK57 LZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK57 LZU 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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