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HV57 LCC

2007 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

37,197 mi
Last recorded37,197 miles
Recorded on8 May 2024
Typical for 2007 BMW R Series25,510 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV57 LCC
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 May 2024 37,197 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2023 35,485 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 32,693 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2020 32,087 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Aug 2020 32,087 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 1 Aug 2019 30,135 miles

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

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

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

Fail 1 Aug 2019 30,135 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2018 27,275 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 8 Aug 2017 24,270 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 9 Aug 2016 21,576 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 13 Aug 2015 19,076 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 15 Aug 2014 16,564 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 14,138 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2012 11,583 miles

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

Front tyre has uneven wear.

Pass 6 Sep 2011 9,198 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 6,539 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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HV57 LCC is a 2007 BMW R Series in Grey with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 LCC, 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.

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What year was HV57 LCC registered?

HV57 LCC is a 2007 BMW R Series, first registered on 6 September 2007.

Is HV57 LCC safe to buy?

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