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EJ56 VLN

2007 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

17,128 mi
Last recorded17,128 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2022
Typical for 2007 BMW R Series25,510 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ56 VLN
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2022 17,128 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 17,054 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2020 17,054 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 16 May 2019 16,327 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 16,121 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2018 16,121 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 25 Apr 2017 15,615 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 14,976 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 14,290 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 14,071 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2013 12,060 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2012 10,127 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 8,861 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2010 8,476 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 7,108 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R Series?

Based on 261,180 MOT tests across 25,486 vehicles.

91.2%
Pass Rate
1,463
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
25,486
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,440
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,086
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 603
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 553
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 532
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EJ56 VLN is a 2007 BMW R Series in Grey with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2007 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.9% with a typical mileage of 25,510 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 R Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,440 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EJ56 VLN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R Series typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 19 years old, this BMW R Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EJ56 VLN registered?

EJ56 VLN is a 2007 BMW R Series, first registered on 13 January 2007.

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The MOT history for EJ56 VLN shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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