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LV53 EHG

2003 BMW R1150

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

38,985 mi
Last recorded38,985 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW R115027,443 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 22 Jul 2025 38,985 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2024 38,752 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2023 36,994 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2020 35,160 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2019 33,626 miles

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

Nearside Small split in handlebar grip. Grip secure.

Pass 10 Jan 2018 29,567 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2017 24,959 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2016 20,274 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 19,628 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 18,113 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 16,448 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 9 Aug 2011 14,661 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 13,700 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2009 13,339 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 13,050 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 12,679 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2006 12,144 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 EHG is a 2003 BMW R1150 in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 EHG, 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 LV53 EHG registered?

LV53 EHG is a 2003 BMW R1150, first registered on 25 September 2003.

Is LV53 EHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV53 EHG shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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