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LC56 ZGU

2007 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2022
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

48,513 mi
Last recorded48,513 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2021
Typical for 2007 BMW F Series18,310 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC56 ZGU
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2021 48,513 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 20 Aug 2021 48,513 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 4 Aug 2020 48,513 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 4 Aug 2020 48,513 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.4 (a))

Pass 19 Jul 2019 47,697 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2019 47,697 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 19 Jul 2018 47,124 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2017 44,808 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 41,867 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 39,494 miles

Front Tool Box Loose

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 19 Jun 2015 39,494 miles

Front Tool Box Loose

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

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 2 Jul 2014 36,831 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2014 36,831 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2013 32,595 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 25 Jun 2013 32,571 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Front Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Rear Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Front Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 27 Jun 2012 25,185 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 24,487 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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LC56 ZGU is a 2007 BMW F Series in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 LC56 ZGU, 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 LC56 ZGU registered?

LC56 ZGU is a 2007 BMW F Series, first registered on 13 January 2007.

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