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G3 GDM

2001 BMW R1150

Blue Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

47,869 mi
Last recorded47,869 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW R115030,864 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG3 GDM
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 47,869 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 16 Apr 2026 47,869 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 4 Apr 2025 43,467 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2024 39,589 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2024 39,547 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Apr 2023 36,258 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2022 35,588 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2021 34,032 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 18 Apr 2020 33,817 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 27 Feb 2019 31,761 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 26,638 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2015 24,793 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 24,712 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 7 May 2014 24,497 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2013 23,728 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 23,351 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 22,616 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 22,106 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 21,193 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 19,534 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 17,575 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 15,119 miles
Pass 21 May 2005 12,665 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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G3 GDM is a 2001 BMW R1150 in Blue with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 G3 GDM, 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 G3 GDM registered?

G3 GDM is a 2001 BMW R1150, first registered on 29 May 2001.

Is G3 GDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for G3 GDM shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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