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FY55 KNP

2005 BMW R1150

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

28,296 mi
Last recorded28,296 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW R115025,564 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY55 KNP
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2026 28,296 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2025 27,176 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2024 26,335 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2023 25,012 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2022 23,424 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2021 22,454 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2020 20,398 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 19,142 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 17,669 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2018 17,669 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 14 Dec 2016 16,588 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 14,927 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 14,224 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 12,958 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 9,553 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 8,143 miles

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

rear mudguard close to tyre

Pass 14 Aug 2008 3,520 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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FY55 KNP is a 2005 BMW R1150 in Black with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 FY55 KNP, 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 FY55 KNP registered?

FY55 KNP is a 2005 BMW R1150, first registered on 9 September 2005.

Is FY55 KNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY55 KNP shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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