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AR51 OVU

2002 BMW R1150

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,067 mi
Last recorded34,067 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW R115029,028 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAR51 OVU
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 27 Jun 2025 34,067 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2024 32,847 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2023 31,120 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2022 30,033 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2021 28,756 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2020 27,012 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 27 Jun 2019 25,913 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 25,861 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2016 25,817 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2015 24,854 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 21,747 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 20,805 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 19,456 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 18,727 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2010 17,700 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2009 14,169 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2008 12,020 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 9,081 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2005 7,028 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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AR51 OVU is a 2002 BMW R1150 in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2002 BMW R1150 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.6% with a typical mileage of 29,028 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 AR51 OVU, 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 24 years old, this BMW R1150 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AR51 OVU?

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What year was AR51 OVU registered?

AR51 OVU is a 2002 BMW R1150, first registered on 5 February 2002.

Is AR51 OVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AR51 OVU shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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