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AU53 WZL

2003 BMW R1150

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

42,796 mi
Last recorded42,796 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW R115027,443 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU53 WZL
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 42,796 miles
Pass 15 May 2025 42,227 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2024 41,927 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2023 41,285 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2022 40,181 miles
Pass 1 May 2021 40,125 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2021 40,107 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Apr 2020 40,026 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 39,253 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 37,077 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both front (1.5.1b)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 22 May 2017 34,912 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 31,397 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 27,391 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 22,152 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 21,996 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2012 21,438 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 19,878 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 17,842 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 17,090 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2008 16,080 miles

rear tyre has cut in it - not to canvas

Pass 30 Aug 2006 10,719 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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AU53 WZL is a 2003 BMW R1150 in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 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 AU53 WZL, 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.

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What year was AU53 WZL registered?

AU53 WZL is a 2003 BMW R1150, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is AU53 WZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU53 WZL shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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