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LW05 MLN

2005 BMW R1150

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

54,936 mi
Last recorded54,936 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW R115025,564 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLW05 MLN
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2026 54,936 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2025 41,081 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2024 32,874 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2022 29,685 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2022 28,743 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2020 27,821 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2019 26,834 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 25,609 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 25,483 miles
Fail 4 May 2017 25,483 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure Anchor pin clip missing (6.2.1a)

Pass 11 May 2016 25,415 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 24,493 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 21 Mar 2014 23,431 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 20,937 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2012 19,656 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 16,889 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 14,118 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 10,857 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 6,458 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 MLN is a 2005 BMW R1150 in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 MLN, 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

How do I check the history of LW05 MLN?

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What year was LW05 MLN registered?

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

Is LW05 MLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LW05 MLN shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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