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FE57 XXU

2007 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

31,466 mi
Last recorded31,466 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2021
Typical for 2007 BMW R Series25,510 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE57 XXU
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2021 31,466 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 31,342 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 30,601 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 30,458 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 8 Mar 2017 29,936 miles

engine slightly leaking oil

lower right engine bolt missing

Fail 8 Mar 2017 29,936 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly sticking (6.2.1f)

engine slightly leaking oil

lower right engine bolt missing

Pass 1 Apr 2016 29,489 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2016 29,478 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 27 Nov 2014 23,330 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 22,196 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 20 Sep 2012 21,315 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 7 Oct 2010 15,401 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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FE57 XXU is a 2007 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FE57 XXU, 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 FE57 XXU registered?

FE57 XXU is a 2007 BMW R Series, first registered on 29 September 2007.

Is FE57 XXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE57 XXU shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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