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FE57 XYG

2007 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

42,463 mi
Last recorded42,463 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW R Series25,510 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE57 XYG
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 42,463 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2025 40,132 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2024 35,436 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2023 30,493 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2023 30,493 miles

Offside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Feb 2022 28,303 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 23,599 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 21,399 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 19,311 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear rear wheel bearing / diff has slight noise

Pass 1 Sep 2017 14,252 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 13,584 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 9,176 miles

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

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

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

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

Pass 10 Oct 2014 8,651 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 7,993 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 7,713 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2011 6,749 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2010 4,475 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 XYG is a 2007 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 XYG, 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 XYG registered?

FE57 XYG is a 2007 BMW R Series, first registered on 13 October 2007.

Is FE57 XYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE57 XYG 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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