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LB03 VNZ

2003 BMW R1150

Grey Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2024
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

47,514 mi
Last recorded47,514 miles
Recorded on12 May 2023
Typical for 2003 BMW R115027,443 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB03 VNZ
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 May 2023 47,514 miles
Pass 25 May 2022 41,054 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 40,642 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 40,424 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 38,445 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 38,044 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 36,829 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 33,626 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2014 30,973 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 27,842 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 25,377 miles

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 6 Jun 2011 23,422 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Pass 6 Jun 2011 23,422 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2010 20,453 miles

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

Fail 16 Jun 2010 20,453 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 28 May 2009 18,063 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 15,525 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 7 Jun 2007 14,010 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 11,926 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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LB03 VNZ is a 2003 BMW R1150 in Grey with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 LB03 VNZ, 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 LB03 VNZ registered?

LB03 VNZ is a 2003 BMW R1150, first registered on 31 July 2003.

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The MOT history for LB03 VNZ shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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