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LX55 FFC

2005 BMW R1150

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2016
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

51,322 mi
Last recorded51,322 miles
Recorded on30 May 2015
Typical for 2005 BMW R115025,564 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX55 FFC
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 May 2015 51,322 miles

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

Fail 8 Sep 2014 51,304 miles

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

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

Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component (2.3.4) DANGEROUS

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 4 Dec 2012 49,266 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 48,861 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 47,196 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 44,145 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 34,668 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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LX55 FFC is a 2005 BMW R1150 in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 LX55 FFC, 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 LX55 FFC registered?

LX55 FFC is a 2005 BMW R1150, first registered on 28 October 2005.

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