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HV03 XPW

2003 BMW R1150

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

42,193 mi
Last recorded42,193 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW R115027,443 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 42,193 miles
Pass 9 May 2025 41,597 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2022 41,305 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2021 41,294 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2020 41,038 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2019 40,363 miles

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

Fail 29 Nov 2019 40,363 miles

Central Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 19 Nov 2018 39,355 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2018 39,355 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Nov 2017 37,923 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2017 37,923 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 25 Nov 2016 36,256 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2016 36,256 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 31 Oct 2015 34,143 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 31,725 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2014 31,725 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 30 Nov 2013 29,338 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 26,157 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2011 23,351 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 23,144 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 20,540 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 17,268 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 14,413 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 11,050 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 5,959 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 XPW is a 2003 BMW R1150 in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 XPW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HV03 XPW registered?

HV03 XPW is a 2003 BMW R1150, first registered on 29 March 2003.

Is HV03 XPW safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV03 XPW shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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