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HV03 LEJ

2003 BMW R1150

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2025
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

31,642 mi
Last recorded31,642 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2024
Typical for 2003 BMW R115027,443 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV03 LEJ
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2024 31,642 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 31,347 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 31,206 miles

Central Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively DISC MOUNTS (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2021 30,719 miles

Nearside Front Brake component slightly loose brake pads has slight freeplay in calliper allowing pad to move a fraction (1.1.21 (c))

Offside Front Brake component slightly loose brake pads has slight freeplay in calliper allowing pad to move a fraction (1.1.21 (c))

Pass 13 Jun 2020 30,190 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened REAR DISC UNEVENLY WORN (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2019 29,008 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 28,976 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 28,779 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2014 28,720 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 28,605 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2012 28,458 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 12 Apr 2012 28,458 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 27,822 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 27,157 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2010 27,157 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 3 Apr 2009 24,188 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 21,208 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 16,965 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 11,857 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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HV03 LEJ is a 2003 BMW R1150 in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 2003 BMW R1150 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.5% with a typical mileage of 27,443 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 HV03 LEJ, 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 23 years old, this BMW R1150 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HV03 LEJ registered?

HV03 LEJ is a 2003 BMW R1150, first registered on 12 April 2003.

Is HV03 LEJ safe to buy?

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