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MK53 NUH

2003 BMW R1150

Yellow Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

71,401 mi
Last recorded71,401 miles
Recorded on1 May 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW R115027,443 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK53 NUH
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 May 2025 71,401 miles

Central Front Lower Brake binding but not excessively both front brakes binding slightly (1.2.1 (f))

Central Front Lower Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Central Rear Upper Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread number plate deteriorated (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Lower slight engine oil leak

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a light misting of oil fork seal has slight misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Upper Shock absorber has a light misting of oil fork seal has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 May 2024 70,341 miles

Nearside Front Lower Brake binding but not excessively NSF brake binding slightly (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Lower Brake binding but not excessively OSF brake binding slightly (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 8 Jun 2021 69,196 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2021 69,108 miles

Central Front Upper Position lamp not working no side light (4.2.1 (a))

Central Rear Upper Position lamp not working no rear light working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Lower Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm front tyre worn below legal limit (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Lower Tyre worn close to the legal limit rear tyre close to wear indicator (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Jun 2020 67,262 miles

Nearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Front Lower Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 28 May 2019 64,942 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 62,743 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 59,951 miles
Fail 25 May 2017 59,951 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 23 May 2015 59,736 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 54,290 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 45,310 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2012 40,630 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 36,669 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2011 36,528 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 24 Mar 2010 32,713 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 29,696 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2008 24,137 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2007 15,416 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 NUH is a 2003 BMW R1150 in Yellow with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 MK53 NUH, 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 MK53 NUH registered?

MK53 NUH is a 2003 BMW R1150, first registered on 13 December 2003.

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