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LC52 SMU

2002 BMW R1150

Yellow Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

42,371 mi
Last recorded42,371 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW R115029,028 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC52 SMU
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2025 42,371 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2024 41,426 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2023 40,099 miles

Front Suspension ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Aug 2023 40,099 miles

Front Suspension ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 3 Sep 2021 39,707 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2017 39,606 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. off side bead (4.2.2)

Pass 17 Dec 2016 38,480 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 18 Dec 2015 35,066 miles

Offside Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

front suspension ball joint rubber split

rear tyre slightly out of shape

Pass 22 Apr 2014 34,373 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 4 Jan 2013 34,027 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 4 Jan 2012 32,817 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 4 Jan 2011 29,512 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2010 25,706 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2008 21,353 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2008 17,112 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 12,644 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2006 8,718 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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LC52 SMU is a 2002 BMW R1150 in Yellow with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 LC52 SMU, 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

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What year was LC52 SMU registered?

LC52 SMU is a 2002 BMW R1150, first registered on 14 December 2002.

Is LC52 SMU safe to buy?

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