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KB07 SBY

2007 BMW F Series

Red Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

36,042 mi
Last recorded36,042 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW F Series18,310 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKB07 SBY
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2025 36,042 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2023 34,202 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2022 32,271 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 30,478 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil fork seal (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 14 Jul 2021 30,478 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil fork seal (5.3.2 (b))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 23 Jul 2020 24,791 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 22 Jun 2019 24,130 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2019 24,130 miles

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Pass 23 Jun 2018 17,147 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 13,972 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 18 Jul 2016 6,704 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 6,688 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 6,385 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 6,253 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 5,527 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2010 3,798 miles

How Reliable is the BMW F Series?

Based on 92,321 MOT tests across 8,598 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
1,110
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
8,598
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 651
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 616
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 570
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 310
Horn not working 299
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KB07 SBY is a 2007 BMW F Series in Red with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2007 BMW F Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.4% with a typical mileage of 18,310 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 F Series fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 651 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KB07 SBY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW F Series typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 19 years old, this BMW F Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was KB07 SBY registered?

KB07 SBY is a 2007 BMW F Series, first registered on 7 June 2007.

Is KB07 SBY safe to buy?

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