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HV57 LBY

2007 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

17,311 mi
Last recorded17,311 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW R Series25,510 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV57 LBY
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 17,311 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2025 16,009 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 13 Mar 2025 16,009 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 17 Oct 2023 14,492 miles

Tyres old! (14 years old)

Pass 10 Nov 2022 12,807 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 12,727 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2020 12,718 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 12,678 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 12,607 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 12,509 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 12,332 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 12,079 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 11,711 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 11,560 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 11,400 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 10,987 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 9,675 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2010 9,675 miles

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

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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HV57 LBY is a 2007 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 HV57 LBY, 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 HV57 LBY registered?

HV57 LBY is a 2007 BMW R Series, first registered on 12 September 2007.

Is HV57 LBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV57 LBY shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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