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N40 SRL

2003 BMW R1150

Grey Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

49,336 mi
Last recorded49,336 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW R115027,443 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN40 SRL
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2025 49,336 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2024 46,848 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2023 46,046 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 45,382 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 44,590 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 43,076 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 42,708 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 41,895 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 40,847 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 38,730 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2016 38,730 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation replaced (4.1.2c)

Pass 17 Sep 2015 37,164 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 36,345 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 35,453 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 34,340 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2011 32,155 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 28,685 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 23,429 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 21,413 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 18,442 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 15,384 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 10,571 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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N40 SRL is a 2003 BMW R1150 in Grey with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 N40 SRL, 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

How do I check the history of N40 SRL?

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What year was N40 SRL registered?

N40 SRL is a 2003 BMW R1150, first registered on 18 April 2003.

Is N40 SRL safe to buy?

The MOT history for N40 SRL shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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