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HG51 LCK

2001 BMW R1150

Red Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

50,652 mi
Last recorded50,652 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2025
Typical for 2001 BMW R115030,864 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG51 LCK
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2025 50,652 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2025 50,652 miles

Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Pass 20 Apr 2024 50,356 miles
Pass 6 May 2023 50,087 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 50,020 miles

little reserve travel on front brake lever when engine not running and servo not assisting

Pass 16 Oct 2020 49,766 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2019 49,160 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 48,592 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 47,906 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 47,339 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 46,342 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 44,697 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 43,200 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2012 41,466 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2011 40,698 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 40,018 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 37,499 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2009 37,499 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 11 May 2007 36,345 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 28,909 miles

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

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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HG51 LCK is a 2001 BMW R1150 in Red with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HG51 LCK, 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 HG51 LCK registered?

HG51 LCK is a 2001 BMW R1150, first registered on 26 September 2001.

Is HG51 LCK safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG51 LCK shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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