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LJ57 UBP

2007 BMW 1 Series

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

123,526 mi
Last recorded123,526 miles
Recorded on31 May 2024
Typical for 2007 BMW 1 Series80,116 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ57 UBP
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 May 2024 123,526 miles

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

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

Offside Rear parking brake has low effort

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

Fail 31 May 2024 123,526 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear parking brake has low effort

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

Pass 5 May 2023 107,181 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 100,480 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 18 May 2021 95,153 miles

Nearside Front brake hose perished

Nearside Front brake hose perished

Pass 20 May 2020 90,986 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2019 87,992 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2019 87,792 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

long hand brake travel

Pass 6 Mar 2019 82,283 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2018 73,160 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 64,346 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 54,776 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 45,687 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 37,471 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

front exhaust clamp broken but still secure

Pass 3 Apr 2013 35,628 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 32,772 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 29,665 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010 29,627 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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LJ57 UBP is a 2007 BMW 1 Series in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 LJ57 UBP, 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 LJ57 UBP registered?

LJ57 UBP is a 2007 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 13 December 2007.

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