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KJ07 SBV

2007 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

47,860 mi
Last recorded47,860 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW R Series25,510 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJ07 SBV
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2026 47,860 miles
Pass 3 May 2025 45,602 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 44,587 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2023 42,878 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2022 38,887 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2019 33,066 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 25,744 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2018 25,723 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 22 Apr 2017 23,021 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 21,262 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2015 17,369 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2014 14,193 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 8,309 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 1,695 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 1,543 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2010 1,175 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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KJ07 SBV is a 2007 BMW R Series in Red 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 KJ07 SBV, 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 KJ07 SBV registered?

KJ07 SBV is a 2007 BMW R Series, first registered on 2 April 2007.

Is KJ07 SBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KJ07 SBV 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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