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SH03 EMX

2003 BMW R1150

Yellow Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2021
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

31,091 mi
Last recorded31,091 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2019
Typical for 2003 BMW R115027,443 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH03 EMX
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2019 31,091 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 29,679 miles

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

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Jun 2017 28,020 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2016 22,741 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 21,835 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2014 19,209 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 16,693 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 15,070 miles

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

Fail 12 Jun 2012 15,033 miles

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Pass 20 Jun 2011 10,653 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 10,428 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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SH03 EMX is a 2003 BMW R1150 in Yellow with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 SH03 EMX, 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 SH03 EMX registered?

SH03 EMX is a 2003 BMW R1150, first registered on 14 May 2003.

Is SH03 EMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH03 EMX shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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