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LB57 VSK

2007 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

102,803 mi
Last recorded102,803 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 1 Series80,116 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 102,803 miles

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

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

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

Fail 8 Jun 2026 102,803 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Pipe refitted (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 14 May 2025 101,747 miles

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

Offside Front OSF jacking pad missing

Fail 14 May 2025 101,747 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed Heavily worn on inner edge exposing cord (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Locking wheel not key is stuck in NSF wheel bolt

Offside Front OSF jacking pad missing

Pass 10 May 2024 101,084 miles

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

Coil spring corroded both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Front stone chips in windscreen

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

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both suspension arms bushes have slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front jacking pad missing

Offside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced working but dim (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 10 May 2024 101,083 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Coil spring corroded both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Front stone chips in windscreen

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

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both suspension arms bushes have slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front jacking pad missing

Offside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced working but dim (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 4 May 2023 96,613 miles

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

Fail 4 May 2023 96,605 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb incorrectly fitted (4.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 29 Mar 2022 91,578 miles

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

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

Offside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) tie rod(slight play)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit and wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 12 Apr 2021 88,800 miles
Pass 13 May 2020 82,779 miles
Fail 11 May 2020 82,778 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 3 May 2019 70,147 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3/6mm wearing edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3/5mm wearing edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 1 May 2018 60,758 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 30 Apr 2018 60,758 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Pass 13 May 2017 52,402 miles
Fail 8 May 2017 52,400 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/50 17 Run flat (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/45 17 Run flat (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/45 17 Run flat (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/50 17 Run flat (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Apr 2016 45,802 miles

Near side rear tyre has a nail in it

Fail 27 Apr 2016 45,802 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Near side rear tyre has a nail in it

Pass 30 Apr 2015 34,276 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 21,990 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 20,111 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 10 Oct 2012 18,691 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 14 Nov 2011 17,404 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 13 Dec 2010 12,420 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 VSK is a 2007 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

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 LB57 VSK, 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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LB57 VSK is a 2007 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 20 December 2007.

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