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LD57 HTG

2007 BMW 1 Series

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

79,361 mi
Last recorded79,361 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 1 Series80,116 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD57 HTG
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 79,361 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2024 77,417 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2023 74,580 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 72,025 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 70,199 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2021 70,199 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Sep 2020 66,476 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2019 62,794 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 59,554 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 15 Sep 2017 56,040 miles

outer sills plastic covered and under trays fitted

Fail 15 Sep 2017 56,040 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

outer sills plastic covered and under trays fitted

Pass 13 Sep 2016 51,277 miles

outer sills plastic covered

under trays fitted

Pass 10 Sep 2015 46,525 miles

engine and outer sills and under trays plastic covered

Fail 10 Sep 2015 46,525 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

engine and outer sills and under trays plastic covered

Pass 18 Sep 2014 41,658 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

outer sills plastic covered

Pass 5 Sep 2013 36,082 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

covers on sills

Fail 3 Sep 2012 29,480 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

outer sills plastic covered

Pass 3 Sep 2012 29,480 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

outer sills plastic covered

Pass 17 Sep 2011 19,809 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2010 14,053 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Sep 2010 14,053 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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LD57 HTG is a 2007 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 LD57 HTG, 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

How do I check the history of LD57 HTG?

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What year was LD57 HTG registered?

LD57 HTG is a 2007 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 29 September 2007.

Is LD57 HTG safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD57 HTG shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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