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LC53 MXG

2003 BMW R1150

White Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Feb 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

17,552 mi
Last recorded17,552 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW R115027,443 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC53 MXG
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2026 17,552 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2024 17,259 miles

Rear slight play final drive pivot bearings

Fail 15 Oct 2024 17,248 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear slight play final drive pivot bearings

Pass 3 Oct 2023 16,616 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 16,492 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play Final drive (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Sep 2022 16,492 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play Final drive (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2021 16,056 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 15,816 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2019 15,512 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 15,229 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 14,985 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2014 14,764 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 4 Jun 2014 14,764 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 14,518 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 5 May 2012 14,257 miles
Fail 4 May 2012 14,253 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2011 13,176 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 11,926 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2009 11,067 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2007 7,895 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2007 7,894 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2006 4,344 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 MXG is a 2003 BMW R1150 in White with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 MXG, 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 MXG registered?

LC53 MXG is a 2003 BMW R1150, first registered on 28 November 2003.

Is LC53 MXG safe to buy?

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