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AJ57 HSV

2007 BMW 1 Series

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

103,228 mi
Last recorded103,228 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW 1 Series80,116 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 103,228 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 17 Jan 2025 96,483 miles

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 27 May 2023 96,071 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 14 Apr 2022 91,208 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 7 May 2021 86,263 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 May 2020 83,092 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 14 May 2020 83,092 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Jul 2019 79,503 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 19 Jun 2018 70,518 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 63,681 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 55,775 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 48,006 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 40,799 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 38,343 miles

rear tyres 3mm

Pass 15 Oct 2012 34,774 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 28,169 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 22,533 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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AJ57 HSV 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 HSV, 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 AJ57 HSV registered?

AJ57 HSV is a 2007 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 9 November 2007.

Is AJ57 HSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ57 HSV 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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