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AP51 EKU

2001 BMW R1150

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2024
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

88,621 mi
Last recorded88,621 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2023
Typical for 2001 BMW R115030,864 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP51 EKU
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2023 88,621 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2022 87,527 miles

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 1 Mar 2022 87,527 miles

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 28 Jan 2021 85,760 miles

Nearside Front 2 out of 3 exhaust studs missing.

Offside Front 1 out of 3 exhaust studs missing.

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

Pass 20 Jul 2019 84,663 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2018 83,069 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Jul 2017 80,846 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 78,944 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

front brake binding slightly

Pass 23 Jun 2015 75,557 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 26 Jul 2014 73,043 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2013 70,767 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 69,360 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 67,760 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 65,574 miles

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

Nail in front tyre

Pass 31 Jul 2009 63,023 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 61,625 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 57,278 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2006 47,950 miles

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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AP51 EKU is a 2001 BMW R1150 in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2001 BMW R1150 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.6% with a typical mileage of 30,864 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 AP51 EKU, 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 25 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 AP51 EKU registered?

AP51 EKU is a 2001 BMW R1150, first registered on 1 September 2001.

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The MOT history for AP51 EKU shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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