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LW05 MLU

2005 BMW R1150

White Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

48,254 mi
Last recorded48,254 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW R115025,564 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2025 48,254 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 47,239 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 46,079 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2022 41,495 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2017 39,395 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 31,189 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2015 25,218 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 30 Jan 2014 23,399 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 23,398 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2013 20,925 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2012 22,525 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 19,734 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 15,638 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 12,203 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 7,356 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 MLU is a 2005 BMW R1150 in White with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 MLU, 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.

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What year was LW05 MLU registered?

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

Is LW05 MLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LW05 MLU shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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