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AJ57 HON

2007 BMW 1 Series

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Dec 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

126,667 mi
Last recorded126,667 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 1 Series80,116 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ57 HON
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 126,667 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2024 121,332 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2023 115,614 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2022 110,489 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2021 105,705 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2020 102,831 miles

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

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

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

Pass 18 Dec 2019 100,463 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2018 96,236 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Dec 2017 92,196 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2016 87,845 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2015 81,947 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2014 77,824 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 12 Dec 2014 77,788 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 31 Dec 2013 69,943 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Dec 2012 58,202 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 46,874 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 34,139 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

damage wheel rims.

stone chips front windscreen.

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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AJ57 HON is a 2007 BMW 1 Series in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 AJ57 HON, 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 AJ57 HON registered?

AJ57 HON is a 2007 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 20 December 2007.

Is AJ57 HON safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ57 HON shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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