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LC53 MXB

2003 BMW R1150

Blue Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

60,686 mi
Last recorded60,686 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2019
Typical for 2003 BMW R115027,443 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC53 MXB
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2019 60,686 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 59,640 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2016 56,589 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 51,477 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2014 48,811 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2013 45,294 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2013 45,076 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 12 Nov 2012 40,666 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 35,820 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 32,283 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2009 26,040 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 21,864 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 17,306 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2007 17,302 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 6 Dec 2006 14,141 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 MXB is a 2003 BMW R1150 in Blue with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 MXB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LC53 MXB?

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What year was LC53 MXB registered?

LC53 MXB is a 2003 BMW R1150, first registered on 8 December 2003.

Is LC53 MXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC53 MXB shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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