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L27 DMR

2003 BMW R1150

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

34,795 mi
Last recorded34,795 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW R115027,443 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL27 DMR
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2026 34,795 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2025 32,044 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2024 31,533 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2022 31,498 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected throttle stuck open (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy baffle in silencer has rusted through (8.1.1 (a))

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

brake fluids look dark in colour

oil leak from left cylinder

rear drive gator is oily

Pass 3 Sep 2018 29,189 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 28,358 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2017 28,358 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 6 Sep 2016 27,166 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 25,773 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2014 22,393 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 20,040 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 8 May 2012 18,727 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 18,385 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 18,075 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 17,417 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 16,687 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 16,015 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 15,403 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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L27 DMR is a 2003 BMW R1150 in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 L27 DMR, 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.

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What year was L27 DMR registered?

L27 DMR is a 2003 BMW R1150, first registered on 7 March 2003.

Is L27 DMR safe to buy?

The MOT history for L27 DMR shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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