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RV53 NYX

2003 BMW R1150

White Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 May 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

18,179 mi
Last recorded18,179 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW R115027,443 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV53 NYX
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 18,179 miles
Pass 31 May 2025 17,052 miles
Fail 31 May 2025 17,052 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 2 Apr 2024 12,213 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 2 Apr 2024 12,213 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 19 Apr 2023 11,919 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 11,674 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2021 11,270 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 10,679 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 9,060 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 8,179 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 7,667 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 6,913 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 4,329 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 779 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 639 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 118 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 112 miles

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

front brakes bind slightly

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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RV53 NYX is a 2003 BMW R1150 in White with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 RV53 NYX, 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 RV53 NYX registered?

RV53 NYX is a 2003 BMW R1150, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is RV53 NYX safe to buy?

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