BMW R 1150 Rt Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the BMW R 1150 Rt reliable? We analysed 943 real MOT tests across 199 vehicles to find out.
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The BMW R 1150 Rt is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, roller brake test indicates a binding brake and shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used BMW R 1150 Rt.
BMW R 1150 Rt Number Plates
Number plates registered to a BMW R 1150 Rt. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
BMW R 1150 Rt MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a BMW R 1150 Rt to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
BMW R 1150 Rt Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a BMW R 1150 Rt fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
BMW R 1150 Rt Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical BMW R 1150 Rt owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
BMW R 1150 Rt MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the BMW R 1150 Rt year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 116 | 93.1% | 15,950 | 26,672 | 47,478 |
| 2003 | 137 | 95.6% | 15,583 | 25,411 | 36,000 |
| 2002 | 265 | 93.2% | 18,267 | 32,171 | 43,080 |
| 2001 | 215 | 91.6% | 21,558 | 32,178 | 41,093 |
How Long Does a BMW R 1150 Rt Last?
Based on 199 BMW R 1150 Rt vehicles on UK roads.
BMW R 1150 Rt Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all BMW R 1150 Rt MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used BMW R 1150 Rt
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
95.6% MOT pass rate from 137 tests
91.6% MOT pass rate from 215 tests
The best year to buy a used BMW R 1150 Rt is 2003, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 95.6% across 137 tests. The 2001 model year has the lowest pass rate at 91.6% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the BMW R 1150 Rt Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BMW R 1150 Rt THIS CAR | 92.6% | 943 | 31,707 mi | 25 yrs |
| BMW 3 Series | 75.1% | 12,840,406 | 90,743 mi | 37 yrs |
| BMW 118 | 81.5% | 1,923,256 | 64,042 mi | 22 yrs |
| BMW X5 | 77% | 1,735,343 | 83,401 mi | 25 yrs |
| Seat Ateca FR Sport TDI 4DRIVE S-a | 91.2% | 328 | 35,206 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the BMW 3 Series (75.1% pass rate) and the BMW 118 (81.5% pass rate), the BMW R 1150 Rt outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The BMW R 1150 Rt has an overall MOT pass rate of 92.6% across 943 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the BMW R 1150 Rt are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (6 recorded failures), roller brake test indicates a binding brake (4), and shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (4). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical BMW R 1150 Rt owner drives around 1,691 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most BMW R 1150 Rt models stay on UK roads for around 25 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.