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RO57 OLJ

2007 BMW K Series

Silver Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

45,385 mi
Last recorded45,385 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW K Series22,441 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO57 OLJ
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2025 45,385 miles

Central Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Wheel hub worn, but not excessively (5.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2024 43,946 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2022 43,432 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2021 43,116 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2020 42,313 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2019 40,599 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2018 38,144 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2018 38,125 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2017 35,315 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2016 28,135 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2015 21,991 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2014 16,563 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 13,385 miles

abs not working

Pass 11 Oct 2012 8,816 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 7,382 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 6,410 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Jun 2010 3,473 miles

How Reliable is the BMW K Series?

Based on 148,722 MOT tests across 15,213 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
1,209
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
15,213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,496
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 813
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 743
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 523
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 512
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RO57 OLJ is a 2007 BMW K Series in Silver with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2007 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.5% with a typical mileage of 22,441 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW K Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RO57 OLJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW K Series typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 19 years old, this BMW K Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was RO57 OLJ registered?

RO57 OLJ is a 2007 BMW K Series, first registered on 10 September 2007.

Is RO57 OLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO57 OLJ shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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