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LB07 GYF

2007 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2022
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

197,145 mi
Last recorded197,145 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2021
Typical for 2007 BMW 1 Series80,116 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB07 GYF
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2021 197,145 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all break lines (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front to back inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front to back inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 13 May 2019 191,950 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 15 May 2018 174,763 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 155,098 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 144,080 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 137,835 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 132,346 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 126,689 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 120,317 miles
Fail 6 May 2011 98,989 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 6 May 2011 98,989 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 69,721 miles

Unable to measure engine temerature.

o/s/f and n/s/f discs slightly lipped.

o/s/r tyre has nail in inner shoulder.

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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LB07 GYF is a 2007 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 LB07 GYF, 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 LB07 GYF registered?

LB07 GYF is a 2007 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 14 June 2007.

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