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LB57 GVR

2007 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

126,012 mi
Last recorded126,012 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2022
Typical for 2007 BMW 1 Series80,116 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB57 GVR
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2022 126,012 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Sep 2020 125,350 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2020 125,349 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both sides (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 12 Sep 2019 120,667 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 114,650 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin close to wear sensor (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 6 Sep 2017 109,977 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2016 100,845 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2016 100,845 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Dec 2015 93,636 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

rear back box rubber slightly cracked

Pass 17 Dec 2014 82,659 miles

Nearside Outer 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)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

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

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Fail 16 Dec 2013 71,664 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Pass 16 Dec 2013 71,664 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2012 63,339 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 52,888 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2011 52,703 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 1 Dec 2010 43,125 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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LB57 GVR is a 2007 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 LB57 GVR, 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 LB57 GVR registered?

LB57 GVR is a 2007 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 24 December 2007.

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