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HV53 LGU

2003 BMW R1150

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

41,686 mi
Last recorded41,686 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW R115027,443 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV53 LGU
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2025 41,686 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2024 40,955 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2023 38,549 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2022 36,841 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 34,692 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2020 34,280 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2019 33,146 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2018 29,365 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2017 26,458 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2016 24,725 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2015 23,184 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2014 22,429 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2013 20,393 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 19,466 miles
Fail 22 May 2012 19,466 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 6 May 2011 18,454 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2010 14,432 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2007 13,764 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2006 12,879 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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HV53 LGU 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 94.7%.

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 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 HV53 LGU, 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 HV53 LGU registered?

HV53 LGU is a 2003 BMW R1150, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is HV53 LGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV53 LGU shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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