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LW05 MLK

2005 BMW R1150

White Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2025
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

42,775 mi
Last recorded42,775 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2024
Typical for 2005 BMW R115025,564 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLW05 MLK
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2024 42,775 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2023 42,737 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2022 42,705 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 42,405 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2020 42,217 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 41,961 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 41,022 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 37,598 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 34,256 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 30,013 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 26,321 miles
Fail 1 May 2014 26,321 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 3 Jul 2013 26,302 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 25,834 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 22,383 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 19,250 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 14,272 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 7,396 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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LW05 MLK is a 2005 BMW R1150 in White with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2005 BMW R1150 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.7% with a typical mileage of 25,564 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 LW05 MLK, 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 21 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 LW05 MLK registered?

LW05 MLK is a 2005 BMW R1150, first registered on 21 July 2005.

Is LW05 MLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LW05 MLK shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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