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KC57 EVL

2007 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2020
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

156,085 mi
Last recorded156,085 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2019
Typical for 2007 BMW 1 Series80,116 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKC57 EVL
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2019 156,085 miles

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 22 Oct 2019 156,084 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 27 Sep 2018 151,828 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2017 127,318 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2017 122,805 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 5 Jan 2017 122,083 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a failure in the system (2.3.8)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 13 Jan 2016 115,511 miles

Child seat fitted to offside rear not allowing full inspection of an adult belt

Exhaust flexi section is deteriorated but not leaking at this time

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil residue on gearbox under tray

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin on the limit (3.5.1g)

Steering lock warning lamp is on

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 13 Jan 2016 115,511 miles

Child seat fitted to offside rear not allowing full inspection of an adult belt

Exhaust flexi section is deteriorated but not leaking at this time

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil residue on gearbox under tray

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin on the limit (3.5.1g)

Steering lock warning lamp is on

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid no fluid in tank (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Jan 2015 110,930 miles

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

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)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

brake warning light on

electric steering lock warning light on

nearside front wearing unevenly on outer edge

tyre pressure warning light on

Pass 7 Jan 2014 102,794 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2014 102,794 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 12 Jan 2013 98,912 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2012 82,618 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 4 Jan 2012 82,618 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 18 Jan 2011 65,212 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 6 Sep 2010 62,166 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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KC57 EVL is a 2007 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KC57 EVL, 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 KC57 EVL registered?

KC57 EVL is a 2007 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 27 September 2007.

Is KC57 EVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for KC57 EVL shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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