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B23 FEN

2005 BMW R1150

Grey Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

26,936 mi
Last recorded26,936 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW R115025,564 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB23 FEN
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 26,936 miles

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Slight Play in Swingarm/Driveshaft Housing Final Drive Bearing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2024 26,514 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 26,417 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 1 Apr 2022 20,192 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2021 19,967 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 19,442 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 19,440 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2019 19,440 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Apr 2018 18,690 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 17,745 miles
Fail 6 May 2017 17,745 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 24 Sep 2015 16,684 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 15,633 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 14,636 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 13,705 miles
Fail 8 May 2012 13,706 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 1 Oct 2010 12,400 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 9,432 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 6,582 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2008 5,855 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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B23 FEN is a 2005 BMW R1150 in Grey with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2005 BMW R1150 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.7% with a typical mileage of 25,564 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 B23 FEN, 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 21 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 B23 FEN registered?

B23 FEN is a 2005 BMW R1150, first registered on 10 September 2005.

Is B23 FEN safe to buy?

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