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LC53 EKY

2003 BMW R1150

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

18,587 mi
Last recorded18,587 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2013
Typical for 2003 BMW R115027,443 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC53 EKY
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2013 18,587 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2011 17,503 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2010 16,714 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2009 16,439 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2008 16,208 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2008 16,204 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 24 Nov 2007 15,055 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2006 13,765 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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LC53 EKY is a 2003 BMW R1150 in Black with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 LC53 EKY, 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 LC53 EKY registered?

LC53 EKY is a 2003 BMW R1150, first registered on 3 October 2003.

Is LC53 EKY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC53 EKY shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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