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L218 PUB

2002 BMW R1150

Grey Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

17,812 mi
Last recorded17,812 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW R115029,028 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL218 PUB
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 17,812 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2026 17,812 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Apr 2025 16,216 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 15,310 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2020 14,555 miles

Rear Exhaust slightly loose on clamp

Slight oil leak

Pass 18 Apr 2019 9,391 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 8,548 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 8,543 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 8,467 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 8,446 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 8,129 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 7,929 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 6,963 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 6,672 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 6,484 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 6,240 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 5,871 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2005 4,149 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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L218 PUB is a 2002 BMW R1150 in Grey with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2002 BMW R1150 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.6% with a typical mileage of 29,028 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 L218 PUB, 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 24 years old, this BMW R1150 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of L218 PUB?

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What year was L218 PUB registered?

L218 PUB is a 2002 BMW R1150, first registered on 1 August 2002.

Is L218 PUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for L218 PUB shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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