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LB56 KSV

2007 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

49,513 mi
Last recorded49,513 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW R Series25,510 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB56 KSV
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 49,513 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Sep 2025 49,513 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2023 46,222 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2022 41,285 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2022 41,285 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 3 Jul 2021 35,279 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 34,613 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 32,844 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 31,115 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 29,776 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 27,160 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 22,614 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 21,147 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 18,575 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 16,893 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2011 10,908 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2010 8,916 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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LB56 KSV is a 2007 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 LB56 KSV, 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 LB56 KSV registered?

LB56 KSV is a 2007 BMW R Series, first registered on 22 February 2007.

Is LB56 KSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB56 KSV shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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