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FY07 HSL

2007 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

26,983 mi
Last recorded26,983 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW R Series25,510 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY07 HSL
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 26,983 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Steering linkage ball joint worn, but not excessively Lower ball joint . (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Apr 2026 26,983 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2025 26,466 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2024 26,185 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2023 25,491 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2022 24,499 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2021 23,325 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2021 23,325 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Aug 2019 23,281 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 22,521 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 21,580 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2016 21,580 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 12 Sep 2015 21,463 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 20,933 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 19,836 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 19,534 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 19,372 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2012 19,372 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 12 Aug 2011 17,855 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 14,657 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 11,904 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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FY07 HSL is a 2007 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 FY07 HSL, 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 FY07 HSL registered?

FY07 HSL is a 2007 BMW R Series, first registered on 2 March 2007.

Is FY07 HSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY07 HSL shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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