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MK53 NUC

2004 BMW R1150

Red Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,562 mi
Last recorded26,562 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW R115026,045 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK53 NUC
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 4 Mar 2026 26,562 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2024 26,382 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2022 26,071 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2021 25,589 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 25,366 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 25,189 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 23,212 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2017 22,698 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 22,056 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 21,011 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2014 20,375 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 19,597 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 18,228 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 25 Mar 2011 15,643 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 13,347 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 8,515 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 6,503 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 5,356 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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MK53 NUC is a 2004 BMW R1150 in Red with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2004 BMW R1150 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.0% with a typical mileage of 26,045 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 MK53 NUC, 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 22 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 MK53 NUC registered?

MK53 NUC is a 2004 BMW R1150, first registered on 7 February 2004.

Is MK53 NUC safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK53 NUC shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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