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KH03 BPU

2003 BMW R1150

Red Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

39,877 mi
Last recorded39,877 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW R115027,443 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKH03 BPU
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2026 39,877 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit n/s + o/s (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 7 Mar 2026 39,877 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit n/s + o/s (1.1.13 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 26 Mar 2025 39,865 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2023 39,652 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2023 39,562 miles

Nearside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 9 Nov 2021 37,226 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2020 33,964 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 33,893 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2019 33,794 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 32,308 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 31,747 miles
Fail 11 May 2018 31,747 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 27 May 2017 31,119 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 29,219 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 27,584 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 26,957 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 24,939 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2012 23,896 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 23,141 miles

front tyre cut not though to cords

number plate lamp not working

rear tyre cut not though to cords

Pass 17 Jun 2010 18,370 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 13,677 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 11,943 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 6,417 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 4,217 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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KH03 BPU is a 2003 BMW R1150 in Red with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 KH03 BPU, 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 KH03 BPU registered?

KH03 BPU is a 2003 BMW R1150, first registered on 22 July 2003.

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