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GJ52 SMU

2002 BMW R1150

Yellow Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2022
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

53,452 mi
Last recorded53,452 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2021
Typical for 2002 BMW R115029,028 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ52 SMU
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2021 53,452 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2020 53,143 miles

[Advise]Front pads appear to be getting low although not down to limit.

Pass 18 Mar 2019 52,867 miles

Nearside Front Lower Leaking engine oil round cylinder barrel base gasket but not excessive

Fail 18 Mar 2019 52,867 miles

Central Rear Upper Registration plate inscription missing Can't read one of the registration numbers (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Leaking engine oil round cylinder barrel base gasket but not excessive

Offside Front Upper Brake fluid not visible Low brake fluid (1.1.10 (d) (iii))

Pass 23 Mar 2018 50,243 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 48,240 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 48,240 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 47,950 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 47,710 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 46,277 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 43,622 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 39,564 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2009 34,569 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake component is slightly distorted (3.1.5)

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

Pass 27 May 2008 33,167 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2007 32,695 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 19 Oct 2006 27,288 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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GJ52 SMU is a 2002 BMW R1150 in Yellow with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2002 BMW R1150 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.6% with a typical mileage of 29,028 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 GJ52 SMU, 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 24 years old, this BMW R1150 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GJ52 SMU registered?

GJ52 SMU is a 2002 BMW R1150, first registered on 29 October 2002.

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