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FN51 GWA

2001 BMW R1150

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

38,431 mi
Last recorded38,431 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW R115030,864 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN51 GWA
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 38,431 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2025 38,397 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2024 37,429 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2023 36,113 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 36,092 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 36,078 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 36,063 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2019 34,916 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 33,772 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 32,801 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 31,225 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 29,603 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 29 Oct 2013 29,402 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 28,921 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 28,451 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 26,766 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 24,271 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 21,074 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2007 21,074 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 28 Feb 2006 16,303 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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FN51 GWA 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 95%.

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 FN51 GWA, 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.

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What year was FN51 GWA registered?

FN51 GWA is a 2001 BMW R1150, first registered on 21 September 2001.

Is FN51 GWA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN51 GWA shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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