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GJ07 VSM

2007 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

39,500 mi
Last recorded39,500 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW R Series25,510 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ07 VSM
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 39,500 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2025 38,741 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2024 37,642 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 36,864 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2022 35,974 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2020 35,178 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 33,067 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 29,012 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2018 29,012 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 11 Mar 2017 24,666 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 22,451 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 21,417 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 18,225 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 11,884 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 27 Aug 2011 11,186 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 5,399 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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GJ07 VSM is a 2007 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 GJ07 VSM, 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

How do I check the history of GJ07 VSM?

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What year was GJ07 VSM registered?

GJ07 VSM is a 2007 BMW R Series, first registered on 26 March 2007.

Is GJ07 VSM safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ07 VSM shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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