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KU07 KOT

2007 BMW 1 Series

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2024
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

140,858 mi
Last recorded140,858 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2024
Typical for 2007 BMW 1 Series80,116 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU07 KOT
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Fail 6 Feb 2024 140,858 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn hub rose joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn hub rose joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

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

Pass 25 Feb 2023 130,564 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2023 130,562 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel badly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2021 113,432 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2021 113,432 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 16 Dec 2020 102,934 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 16 Dec 2020 102,934 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Nov 2019 89,683 miles

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

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

Underside undersealed in places. Limited vision.

Pass 12 Nov 2018 81,372 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad warning wire not secured to pad

Pass 11 Dec 2017 71,372 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded N/S & O/S/Rear pipes appear to be corroded under rubberised coating, full inspection not possible. (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim Inner rim. (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 8 Dec 2017 71,372 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak Fluid leak has extended to brake calliper, no signs of fluid on pads or disc. (2.7.3)

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

Brake pipe slightly corroded N/S & O/S/Rear pipes appear to be corroded under rubberised coating, full inspection not possible. (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim Inner rim. (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 28 Oct 2016 61,112 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2016 61,107 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

brake pad warning light on

Pass 6 Nov 2015 52,991 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 5 Nov 2014 40,377 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 25 Oct 2013 31,452 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 8 Nov 2012 25,232 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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)

nail in n.s.f tyre

Pass 31 Oct 2011 19,438 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2011 19,438 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 23 Aug 2010 6,872 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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KU07 KOT is a 2007 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 KU07 KOT, 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 KU07 KOT registered?

KU07 KOT is a 2007 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 24 August 2007.

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