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LV53 NBJ

2003 BMW R1150

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2025
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

20,509 mi
Last recorded20,509 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2024
Typical for 2003 BMW R115027,443 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2024 20,509 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2023 20,392 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2022 19,956 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 19,347 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 9 Mar 2020 19,334 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2019 19,239 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2018 19,128 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2017 19,083 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2016 18,846 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 18,532 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2015 18,532 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 27 Sep 2014 15,826 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 15,527 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 12,644 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 11,876 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 11,306 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2010 11,306 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 30 May 2009 10,244 miles
Fail 30 May 2009 10,244 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2008 10,091 miles
Fail 30 May 2008 10,091 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2007 9,890 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 8,855 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 NBJ is a 2003 BMW R1150 in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 LV53 NBJ, 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 NBJ registered?

LV53 NBJ is a 2003 BMW R1150, first registered on 12 November 2003.

Is LV53 NBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV53 NBJ shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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