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KY51 WVU

2001 BMW R1150

Blue Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

24,942 mi
Last recorded24,942 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW R115030,864 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY51 WVU
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 24,942 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 May 2025 23,962 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 23,896 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 23,821 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 23,815 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 23,710 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 23,676 miles

ABS system removed where fitted as standard.

Fail 30 May 2015 23,676 miles

ABS system removed where fitted as standard.

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 9 Jun 2014 23,589 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 23,308 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 23,047 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 22,877 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 21,130 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 20,258 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 11 Apr 2008 19,024 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2006 16,870 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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KY51 WVU is a 2001 BMW R1150 in Blue with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2001 BMW R1150 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.6% with a typical mileage of 30,864 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 KY51 WVU, 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 25 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 KY51 WVU registered?

KY51 WVU is a 2001 BMW R1150, first registered on 14 September 2001.

Is KY51 WVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY51 WVU shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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