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LJ07 CKU

2007 BMW 1 Series

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

132,485 mi
Last recorded132,485 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 1 Series80,116 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ07 CKU
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 132,485 miles

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

both front tyres worn very smooth outer edges

both rear tyres wearing very smooth inside edges

Pass 4 Mar 2025 121,268 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

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

Fail 3 Mar 2025 121,268 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

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

Fail 27 Feb 2025 121,243 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

both front brake hoses starting to perish

front number plate starting to deteriorate

lip to front brake discs

parking brake warning light staying on

warning light staying on dash

Pass 27 Feb 2024 112,660 miles

all brake pads wearing low

both front brake hoses starting to perish

brake warning light staying on

o/s/r brake hoses starting to perish

Fail 26 Feb 2024 112,658 miles

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

all brake pads wearing low

both front brake hoses starting to perish

brake warning light staying on

o/s/r brake hoses starting to perish

Pass 22 Feb 2023 103,096 miles

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

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

TPMS warning message showing on dashboard

temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 25 Feb 2022 93,893 miles

fuel smell but no visible leak

n/s/r tyre wearing low

temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 26 Feb 2021 83,661 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2020 74,581 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 61,761 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2019 61,757 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Windscreen in such a condition that visibility through swept area is seriously affected (3.2 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Jan 2018 51,442 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 44,918 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 40,817 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2016 40,815 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 30 Jun 2015 34,266 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 30 Jun 2015 34,266 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 14 Jul 2014 29,273 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Jul 2014 29,273 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 23,414 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Mar 2012 20,041 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

advice both front tyres on very slight cracks on tread pattern.

o/s/r tyre has slight cracks on tread pattern. 205/55 R16

Pass 7 Mar 2011 16,431 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 14,231 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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LJ07 CKU is a 2007 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 LJ07 CKU, 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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What year was LJ07 CKU registered?

LJ07 CKU is a 2007 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 2 May 2007.

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