2007 BMW 1 1.6L Petrol · FH07 TYO

The most recent MOT, dated 17 January 2025, was a clean pass at 109,705 mi with no recorded defects. The four earlier tests (2024, 2022, 2021 and 2020) were also passes and each listed “no defects”. This consistent record shows no emerging safety‑related faults over the last five years. Across the five MOTs the mileage has risen by roughly 5 000 mi per year, which matches the low‑average annual usage calculated from the vehicle’s age (about 5 774 mi per year). The relatively low total mileage for a 2007 model suggests the car has been driven lightly or may have spent periods idle. Light use can mean less wear on wear‑items such as brakes, clutch and suspension, but prolonged inactivity can also allow corrosion or deterioration of rubber components, so the mileage signal is somewhat ambiguous. The pattern in the MOT history is stable – no defects have been recorded and the annual mileage increase is steady. There is no indication that the condition is worsening; if anything the consistent passes imply the vehicle has been maintained well enough to meet the MOT requirements each year. For a buyer, the first checks should focus on the areas that age can affect regardless of mileage: - Inspect the body and under‑carriage for any rust, especially around wheel arches, sills and suspension mounting points. - Examine the suspension bushings, control arms and shock absorbers for signs of wear or leaking fluid.