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FV53 WGK

2004 BMW R1150

Grey Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

10,571 mi
Last recorded10,571 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW R115026,045 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV53 WGK
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 12 Aug 2025 10,571 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2024 9,507 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 9,461 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2022 8,873 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2021 7,613 miles
Pass 30 May 2020 6,100 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 4,795 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 4,034 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 4,006 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2011 3,652 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 2,625 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 2,618 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2007 2,399 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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FV53 WGK is a 2004 BMW R1150 in Grey with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2004 BMW R1150 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.0% with a typical mileage of 26,045 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 FV53 WGK, 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 22 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 FV53 WGK registered?

FV53 WGK is a 2004 BMW R1150, first registered on 18 February 2004.

Is FV53 WGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV53 WGK shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FV53 WGK have outstanding finance?

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