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SB03 MFV

2003 BMW R1150

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

52,143 mi
Last recorded52,143 miles
Recorded on24 May 2021
Typical for 2003 BMW R115027,443 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB03 MFV
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 May 2021 52,143 miles

Front Suspension ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Suspension component has wear or play, but not to excess Rear bevel box pivot. (5.3.3 (d))

Fail 15 May 2021 52,101 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Front Suspension ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension component has wear or play, but not to excess Rear bevel box pivot. (5.3.3 (d))

Pass 15 Jul 2019 46,670 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 39,385 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 31,749 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 23,311 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2016 23,311 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 22 Apr 2015 18,468 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 15,797 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2012 12,935 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 12,358 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 10,264 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2009 9,451 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2008 8,926 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 8,059 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 6,537 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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SB03 MFV is a 2003 BMW R1150 in Black with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 SB03 MFV, 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 SB03 MFV registered?

SB03 MFV is a 2003 BMW R1150, first registered on 16 July 2003.

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