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LF57 GBO

2007 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

196,086 mi
Last recorded196,086 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 1 Series80,116 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF57 GBO
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2025 196,086 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jan 2024 183,531 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2023 182,110 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2022 170,216 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2022 170,216 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 24 Dec 2020 157,058 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 155,377 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 24 Aug 2018 149,913 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 13 Aug 2017 141,359 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 131,069 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 103,142 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 99,839 miles

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

both front tyres starting to wear on outside edges

Pass 28 Mar 2013 94,456 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2011 93,312 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Oct 2011 93,312 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2010 69,426 miles

Bonnet retaining device slightly deteriorated (8.4.2)

Fail 4 Nov 2010 69,426 miles

Bonnet retaining device slightly deteriorated (8.4.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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LF57 GBO is a 2007 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 LF57 GBO, 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 LF57 GBO registered?

LF57 GBO is a 2007 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 13 November 2007.

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The MOT history for LF57 GBO shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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