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OW07 DSE

2007 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Feb 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

60,794 mi
Last recorded60,794 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2007 BMW R Series25,510 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOW07 DSE
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 60,794 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2024 48,923 miles

Offside Rear Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened Gaiter starting to perish (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened Rear gaiter starting to perish (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Nov 2024 48,923 miles

Offside Rear Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened Gaiter starting to perish (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened Rear gaiter starting to perish (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Apr 2023 48,003 miles

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

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 30 Apr 2022 47,446 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2021 46,658 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 2 Mar 2020 46,370 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 39,981 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 35,430 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 31,996 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2012 28,414 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 23 Jul 2012 28,414 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 25,345 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 21,842 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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OW07 DSE is a 2007 BMW R Series in Grey with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 OW07 DSE, 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.

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What year was OW07 DSE registered?

OW07 DSE is a 2007 BMW R Series, first registered on 23 July 2007.

Is OW07 DSE safe to buy?

The MOT history for OW07 DSE shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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