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LK56 LVL

2007 BMW 1 Series

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

163,171 mi
Last recorded163,171 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2023
Typical for 2007 BMW 1 Series80,116 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK56 LVL
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2023 163,171 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin X2 (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded X2 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2022 155,768 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 20 Jul 2021 149,366 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 21 Jul 2020 141,738 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 22 May 2019 131,332 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 26 May 2018 122,572 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 111,560 miles
Fail 25 May 2017 111,560 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 May 2016 101,017 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 92,474 miles
Fail 21 May 2015 92,474 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 22 May 2014 79,717 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 22 May 2014 79,717 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 66,068 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 52,228 miles
Fail 24 May 2012 52,228 miles

Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 26 May 2011 39,897 miles

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

o/s/f tyre worn on the edge

Pass 21 May 2010 29,129 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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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LK56 LVL is a 2007 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 LK56 LVL, 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 LK56 LVL?

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What year was LK56 LVL registered?

LK56 LVL is a 2007 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 5 February 2007.

Is LK56 LVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LK56 LVL shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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