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MF03 BYY

2003 BMW R1150

Blue Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

32,875 mi
Last recorded32,875 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW R115027,443 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF03 BYY
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Fail 3 Aug 2026 32,875 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear tyre worn unevenly

Pass 10 Jun 2025 32,428 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2023 32,312 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2023 32,304 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Mar 2022 25,076 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 24,664 miles

Rear tyre stepped

Pass 26 Oct 2019 24,527 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2018 23,259 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 20,919 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 1 Sep 2016 19,336 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2016 19,336 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 12 Aug 2015 17,540 miles

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

Warning light on dash

Pass 28 Jul 2014 17,438 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 15,249 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 15,215 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 15,201 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2010 14,721 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 27 Feb 2010 14,721 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 14,638 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 13,599 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 13,015 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2006 12,320 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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MF03 BYY is a 2003 BMW R1150 in Blue with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 MF03 BYY, 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 MF03 BYY registered?

MF03 BYY is a 2003 BMW R1150, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is MF03 BYY safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF03 BYY shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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