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HY57 ZLE

2007 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2023
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

79,516 mi
Last recorded79,516 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2022
Typical for 2007 BMW R Series25,510 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY57 ZLE
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2022 79,516 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2020 68,846 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 25 May 2019 62,258 miles
Fail 24 May 2019 62,251 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2018 61,906 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2018 61,849 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2016 59,776 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2015 56,423 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 1 Sep 2014 48,461 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 40,215 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 23,440 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 23 Aug 2011 22,193 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 19,882 miles

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

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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HY57 ZLE is a 2007 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 HY57 ZLE, 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 HY57 ZLE registered?

HY57 ZLE is a 2007 BMW R Series, first registered on 14 September 2007.

Is HY57 ZLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY57 ZLE shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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