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LC07 YKV

2007 BMW 1 Series

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

98,980 mi
Last recorded98,980 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 1 Series80,116 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC07 YKV
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 98,980 miles

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

Fail 22 Nov 2025 98,980 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2024 95,370 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2024 95,370 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 11 Dec 2023 91,649 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2022 87,664 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2021 85,481 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2020 81,732 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

fuel cap seal perished

Fail 14 Dec 2020 81,732 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

fuel cap seal perished

park brake lever has little reserve travel

Pass 17 Jun 2019 74,310 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin worn very close to brake pad wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

fuel cap seal perished

Fail 17 Jun 2019 74,310 miles

Offside Rear Electrical wiring likely to touch hot or rotating parts brake pad wear indicator (4.11 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin worn very close to brake pad wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

fuel cap seal perished

Pass 15 Jun 2018 69,370 miles

Exhaust mounting defective towards rear (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged perishing (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged perishing (1.1.12 (b) (i))

brake fluid slightly discoloured

offside rear brake pad wear indicator not connected

park brake warning light on

Fail 15 Jun 2018 69,369 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen no clear image (4.1.2 (a))

Exhaust mounting defective towards rear (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged perishing (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged perishing (1.1.12 (b) (i))

brake fluid slightly discoloured

offside rear brake pad wear indicator not connected

park brake warning light on

Pass 16 Jun 2017 65,776 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2017 65,776 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 15 Jun 2016 60,576 miles

front tyres wearing on edges

Fail 17 Jun 2015 50,013 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Jun 2015 50,013 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 47,087 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 41,133 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 32,712 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 17,366 miles
Fail 19 May 2010 11,803 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 May 2010 11,803 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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LC07 YKV is a 2007 BMW 1 Series in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 LC07 YKV, 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 LC07 YKV registered?

LC07 YKV is a 2007 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 8 June 2007.

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