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FV55 BZR

2005 BMW R1150

Grey Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

32,803 mi
Last recorded32,803 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW R115025,564 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV55 BZR
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2025 32,803 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2024 33,800 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2023 32,085 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2021 32,070 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 32,004 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 30,046 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 27,181 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 24,469 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 22,378 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 22,099 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2014 22,020 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

slight bind to rear brake

Pass 2 Sep 2013 18,614 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 14,631 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 14,308 miles

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

Rear Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 20 Apr 2011 13,441 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 12,723 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 12,563 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 9,059 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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FV55 BZR is a 2005 BMW R1150 in Grey with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 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 FV55 BZR, 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 FV55 BZR registered?

FV55 BZR is a 2005 BMW R1150, first registered on 27 October 2005.

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The MOT history for FV55 BZR shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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