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LC53 NSO

2003 BMW R1150

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

43,780 mi
Last recorded43,780 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW R115027,443 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC53 NSO
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 43,780 miles
Fail 28 May 2026 43,776 miles

Central Rear Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure Swing Arm Bolt Loose (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 20 May 2025 40,811 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jun 2024 39,035 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 39,024 miles
Pass 24 May 2022 38,869 miles
Pass 26 May 2021 38,339 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 37,386 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2018 37,029 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Apr 2017 34,662 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 32,409 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 31,808 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 30,004 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 28,774 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 26,928 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 23,448 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 20,352 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 16,044 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2008 12,034 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 8,587 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2007 8,301 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2007 8,301 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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 NSO is a 2003 BMW R1150 in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 NSO, 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

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What year was LC53 NSO registered?

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

Is LC53 NSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC53 NSO shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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