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LY53 JZH

2003 BMW R1150

Red Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

18,201 mi
Last recorded18,201 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW R115027,443 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY53 JZH
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc
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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 18,201 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2024 18,110 miles

Nearside n/s handlebar grip split

Pass 14 Jun 2023 17,990 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2022 17,986 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Sep 2021 17,973 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2020 17,860 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 17,831 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 17,633 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 17,340 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 16,970 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 16,788 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 16,734 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 16,417 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 16,079 miles

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 5 Jul 2011 15,251 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2011 15,242 miles

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

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 17 Jun 2010 13,583 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 11,970 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 11,179 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 10,443 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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LY53 JZH is a 2003 BMW R1150 in Red with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 LY53 JZH, 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.

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What year was LY53 JZH registered?

LY53 JZH is a 2003 BMW R1150, first registered on 19 December 2003.

Is LY53 JZH safe to buy?

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