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LV57 EHB

2007 BMW 1 Series

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

92,935 mi
Last recorded92,935 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 1 Series80,116 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV57 EHB
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2025 92,935 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2024 90,074 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2023 85,602 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2022 81,699 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Feb 2021 74,168 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 2 Mar 2020 64,710 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Fail 2 Mar 2020 64,710 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 20 May 2019 61,934 miles

Front tyres worn on inner and outer edges

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 15 May 2018 58,453 miles

Undertrays fitted

Pass 26 Apr 2017 55,338 miles

Engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 5 May 2016 52,294 miles

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

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

Undertrays fitted

Pass 14 May 2015 48,630 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 43,480 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 24 Jul 2013 42,174 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 40,666 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 7 Jul 2011 38,337 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2011 38,337 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Sep 2010 30,670 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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LV57 EHB is a 2007 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 2,996cc petrol 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 LV57 EHB, 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 LV57 EHB registered?

LV57 EHB is a 2007 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 4 September 2007.

Is LV57 EHB safe to buy?

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