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AO03 BZJ

2003 BMW R1150

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2025
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

57,121 mi
Last recorded57,121 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2024
Typical for 2003 BMW R115027,443 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO03 BZJ
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2024 57,121 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2023 56,700 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 55,814 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 52,448 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2020 47,147 miles
Pass 13 May 2020 47,116 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 45,269 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 44,813 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 43,900 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 41,707 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 39,283 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2015 39,245 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 25 Mar 2014 35,145 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 30,801 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 30,192 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 26,705 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 22,558 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 17,937 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 13,263 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2007 9,997 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 9,032 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2006 9,032 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

How Reliable is the BMW R1150?

Based on 51,143 MOT tests across 3,967 vehicles.

91.0%
Pass Rate
1,399
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
3,967
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 623
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 224
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 179
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 105
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 86
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AO03 BZJ is a 2003 BMW R1150 in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2003 BMW R1150 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.5% with a typical mileage of 27,443 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 R1150 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 623 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AO03 BZJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R1150 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this BMW R1150 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AO03 BZJ registered?

AO03 BZJ is a 2003 BMW R1150, first registered on 5 March 2003.

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The MOT history for AO03 BZJ shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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