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LG57 FGP

2007 BMW 1 Series

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

88,923 mi
Last recorded88,923 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 1 Series80,116 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG57 FGP
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2026 88,923 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2025 85,365 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Fail 7 Mar 2025 85,364 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak & has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2024 81,133 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated rear (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both side front and rear (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 8 Mar 2024 81,132 miles

Windscreen washer not working wiper not tested (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated rear (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both side front and rear (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 8 Mar 2023 76,330 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 7 Mar 2023 76,330 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear tyre worn smooth on inner edge

rear tyres wearing on edges

Pass 10 Mar 2022 71,897 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear tyre worn on outer edge

Fail 10 Mar 2022 71,897 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 3 Mar 2021 68,185 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2020 66,266 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2019 59,922 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides - front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front - worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Feb 2018 53,088 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded coating swollen (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 15 Mar 2017 45,618 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 38,653 miles

emmisions to clean to test.under tray fitted

Pass 9 Mar 2015 32,545 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2014 25,093 miles

Front wheel alignment check advised

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

Pass 20 Mar 2013 19,819 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 18,450 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 16,152 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 15,359 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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LG57 FGP is a 2007 BMW 1 Series in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 LG57 FGP, 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 LG57 FGP registered?

LG57 FGP is a 2007 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 28 September 2007.

Is LG57 FGP safe to buy?

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