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FY57 FBJ

2007 BMW K Series

Grey Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2025
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

39,188 mi
Last recorded39,188 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2024
Typical for 2007 BMW K Series22,441 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY57 FBJ
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2024 39,188 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2022 39,102 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 38,259 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2022 38,257 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 May 2021 37,088 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2020 34,712 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm on rear tyre (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Jul 2019 32,773 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2017 30,895 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 29,936 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 28,179 miles

slight mist of oil around rear shocker but seems to be from oil breather

Pass 24 Apr 2014 26,037 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 25,559 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 22,854 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2012 18,898 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 18,807 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 16,510 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2009 7,832 miles

How Reliable is the BMW K Series?

Based on 148,722 MOT tests across 15,213 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
1,209
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
15,213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,496
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 813
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 743
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 523
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 512
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FY57 FBJ is a 2007 BMW K Series in Grey with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2007 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.5% with a typical mileage of 22,441 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW K Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FY57 FBJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW K Series typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 19 years old, this BMW K Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was FY57 FBJ registered?

FY57 FBJ is a 2007 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 September 2007.

Is FY57 FBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY57 FBJ 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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