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PJ03 VSF

2003 BMW R1150

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

65,258 mi
Last recorded65,258 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW R115027,443 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ03 VSF
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2025 65,258 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2024 64,698 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2023 63,866 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2023 63,866 miles

Brake pedal so insecure that the brake cannot be readily applied (1.1.2 (e) (ii))

Pass 15 Jun 2022 63,095 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2021 62,276 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 20 Apr 2021 62,276 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Jul 2019 61,536 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 60,602 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 59,598 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 58,844 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 56,104 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 53,775 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 52,078 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 50,009 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 47,031 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 42,944 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 37,305 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 29,103 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 18,432 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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PJ03 VSF is a 2003 BMW R1150 in Black with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 PJ03 VSF, 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 PJ03 VSF registered?

PJ03 VSF is a 2003 BMW R1150, first registered on 19 April 2003.

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