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RE05 LJF

2005 BMW R1150

White Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

62,791 mi
Last recorded62,791 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW R115025,564 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE05 LJF
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2018 62,791 miles

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

Rear tyre tread uneven

Fail 5 Apr 2018 62,780 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Rear tyre tread uneven

Pass 28 Apr 2017 61,173 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 60,229 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2016 60,229 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 5 Mar 2015 58,289 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2014 56,632 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 7 Mar 2013 53,407 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 21 Feb 2012 52,400 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 4 Feb 2011 49,913 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2010 47,966 miles

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

front brakes binding slightly

Pass 21 Jan 2009 34,422 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2008 28,421 miles

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

Fail 6 Feb 2008 28,421 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

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

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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RE05 LJF is a 2005 BMW R1150 in White with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2005 BMW R1150 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.7% with a typical mileage of 25,564 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 RE05 LJF, 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 21 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 RE05 LJF registered?

RE05 LJF is a 2005 BMW R1150, first registered on 1 March 2005.

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The MOT history for RE05 LJF shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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