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KR57 VRP

2007 BMW 1 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

152,418 mi
Last recorded152,418 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 1 Series80,116 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR57 VRP
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 152,418 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 13 Nov 2025 152,348 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2024 139,763 miles

Central Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 Oct 2023 133,288 miles

Central Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive diff slightly leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front exhaust flexi slightly lose

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

Pass 22 Oct 2022 125,927 miles

Front exhaust flexible joint deteriorated and slightly loose

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

Pass 22 Oct 2021 119,761 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2020 114,752 miles

Bonnet hard to open second stage

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

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

Nearside Headlamp on lowest set level

Nearside Rear 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 5 Nov 2019 111,242 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2018 94,655 miles

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

brake pad warning on dash

Pass 18 Oct 2017 83,573 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded under protective coating (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 17 Oct 2016 74,048 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 64,729 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2014 54,606 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2014 54,606 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Fail 30 Dec 2013 44,607 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 30 Dec 2013 44,607 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2013 42,991 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Sill covers fitted nearside & offside, unable to fully inspect both outer sills.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Nov 2012 31,863 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)

Pass 28 Nov 2011 25,489 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 21,083 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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KR57 VRP is a 2007 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 KR57 VRP, 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.

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What year was KR57 VRP registered?

KR57 VRP is a 2007 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 30 November 2007.

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