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LY03 DGU

2003 BMW R1150

Yellow Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

21,031 mi
Last recorded21,031 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW R115027,443 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY03 DGU
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 18 May 2026 21,031 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2025 19,596 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2025 19,595 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 19,488 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 19,474 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 19,444 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 19,075 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 18,986 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 18,844 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 16,137 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 15,837 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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LY03 DGU is a 2003 BMW R1150 in Yellow with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 LY03 DGU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LY03 DGU registered?

LY03 DGU is a 2003 BMW R1150, first registered on 5 June 2003.

Is LY03 DGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY03 DGU shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LY03 DGU have outstanding finance?

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