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CK51 LKU

2001 BMW R1150

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

81,301 mi
Last recorded81,301 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2025
Typical for 2001 BMW R115030,864 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCK51 LKU
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2025 81,301 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2025 81,266 miles

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Pass 1 Dec 2020 77,308 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2019 75,488 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2018 71,835 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2017 69,147 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 67,998 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 66,256 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2014 65,330 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2013 63,391 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2013 63,391 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Fail 12 Jan 2013 61,068 miles

Nearside Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 12 Jan 2013 61,068 miles

Nearside Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 12 May 2011 53,935 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 49,046 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 39,244 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2008 39,239 miles

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by cables caught on a projection (2.1.2c)

Pass 29 Nov 2007 30,561 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2006 28,018 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2005 22,898 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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CK51 LKU is a 2001 BMW R1150 in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 CK51 LKU, 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 CK51 LKU registered?

CK51 LKU is a 2001 BMW R1150, first registered on 7 November 2001.

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