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LV53 EHF

2003 BMW R1150

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

66,057 mi
Last recorded66,057 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW R115027,443 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV53 EHF
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 66,057 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2024 65,108 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2023 63,950 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 62,020 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 59,502 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 58,049 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 55,273 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 53,360 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 51,788 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 49,675 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2015 47,029 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2014 44,699 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 41,980 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2013 41,980 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 8 Jun 2012 37,453 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2011 35,634 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2010 32,036 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 28,331 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 24,823 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 21,532 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 14,888 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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LV53 EHF is a 2003 BMW R1150 in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 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 LV53 EHF, 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 LV53 EHF registered?

LV53 EHF is a 2003 BMW R1150, first registered on 5 September 2003.

Is LV53 EHF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV53 EHF shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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