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KE53 YYL

2003 BMW R1150

Yellow Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2024
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

18,907 mi
Last recorded18,907 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2023
Typical for 2003 BMW R115027,443 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE53 YYL
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2023 18,907 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2022 38,100 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2021 34,115 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 32,455 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 30,618 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2018 30,476 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 28,492 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2016 25,941 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2015 24,056 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 21,920 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 19,658 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 17,240 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 14,768 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2011 14,515 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

oil leak from engine oil filler area

oil leak from rear drive unit

Pass 1 Apr 2010 12,649 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 25 Mar 2010 12,565 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 27 Mar 2009 10,278 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 9 Apr 2008 9,203 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 19 Dec 2006 8,342 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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KE53 YYL is a 2003 BMW R1150 in Yellow 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 KE53 YYL, 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 KE53 YYL registered?

KE53 YYL is a 2003 BMW R1150, first registered on 21 October 2003.

Is KE53 YYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for KE53 YYL shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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