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LA51 LUY

2002 BMW R1150

Red Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

20,928 mi
Last recorded20,928 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW R115029,028 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA51 LUY
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 20,928 miles
Pass 12 May 2025 20,518 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2024 20,090 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2023 18,364 miles

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

Rear Wheel damaged but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2021 16,540 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 26 Aug 2021 16,540 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 13 Mar 2019 16,401 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 15,900 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 15,083 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 8 Aug 2014 14,165 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 12,578 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 9,630 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2011 7,516 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 7,306 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2008 6,230 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 4,605 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2007 4,605 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 1 Apr 2006 3,617 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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LA51 LUY is a 2002 BMW R1150 in Red with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 LA51 LUY, 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.

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What year was LA51 LUY registered?

LA51 LUY is a 2002 BMW R1150, first registered on 7 February 2002.

Is LA51 LUY safe to buy?

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