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SP03 NDL

2003 BMW R1150

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Apr 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

51,704 mi
Last recorded51,704 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW R115027,443 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP03 NDL
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 51,704 miles

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

engine case damaged where centre stand mounts centre stand not useable

oil leak oil inspection glass area

Pass 17 Apr 2025 50,637 miles

oil leak at inspection glass

underside casing crack what mounts centre stand centre stand not useable

Pass 2 Apr 2024 49,593 miles

underside casing damaged where centre stand mounts

Pass 12 Apr 2023 48,205 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

casing damaged where bolt for centre stand gos tough

Pass 19 Apr 2022 47,116 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 45,154 miles

Central Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

exhaust end can starting to deteriorate

Pass 20 Jun 2019 43,752 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2018 41,690 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 39,472 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2015 35,546 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 33,112 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2013 27,619 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2013 26,571 miles

Oil leak

Fail 11 Apr 2012 25,366 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 11 Apr 2012 25,366 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 23,703 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 22,276 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2009 17,601 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 11,018 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 4,732 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 4,489 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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SP03 NDL is a 2003 BMW R1150 in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SP03 NDL, 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 SP03 NDL registered?

SP03 NDL is a 2003 BMW R1150, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is SP03 NDL safe to buy?

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